Tanzania, Sept. 24 -- When writers want to avoid controversy, they pick neutral subjects such as 'Why the Sky is Blue' or 'Why 73 is the Chuck Norris of Numbers'. That's the safe ground - and there are many who have built successful careers by mastering the art of writing without saying anything.
But when they want to explore subjects such as race relations, then they have to learn to be keen listeners. So much can be at stake.
On the day that my article on workplace racism was published I met a prominent HR and organization transformation expert and I asked him what he thought of my article. Having worked with banks, telcos, and other multi-cultural organizations, I felt that his insight into the corporate dynamics of the Tanzanian organ...