In private, we tell our children and grandchildren to be kind, truthful, patient, and fair. We speak about character and integrity as if they are durable assets.

Ed Dove is a writer and scout who has a deep and enduring passion for African sport, politics and literature. Instagram: @EddyDove22, Facebook: @EddyDoveAfrica Ayoub El Kaabi may not be one of the truly big-name superstars at this ongoing Africa Cup of Nations but the way he's scoring his goals, mostly upside-down, is certainly grabbing attention.

On a Saturday morning in October, Park Jihyun woke up at 5:30 a. m. to go raving in Seoul. And much about her prep routine was counterintuitive.