As we reflect on the injustices happening across the continent and the necessity for continued social commentary, we are proud to bring you stories that reflect the real lives of Africans living in African cities, through a series titled, “Nairobi Ni Mimi” (Nairobi is Me).
Arts, Culture and Sport John Pepper Clark-Bekederemo: Nigeria’s bard, playwright and activist
Nigeria’s poet and playwright, John Pepper Clark-Bekederemo, died on October 13 aged 86.
Africans rising Unisa appoints Prof Puleng LenkaBula first female Vice Chancellor in 148 years
The University of South Africa (UNISA) has appointed Professor Puleng LenkaBula as the new Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University. Prof LenkaBula becomes the first female to be the VC and Principal since the establishment of the university 148 years ago.
Politics and Society How COVID-19 has worsened attacks against journalists in Kenya
More needs to be done to ensure that journalists can do their important work without fear or favour.
Politics and Society #PutSouthAfricansFirst relies on false claims
Many of the claims those who support the Put South Africans First fringe group make on social media and repeated at recent marches in Pretoria are inaccurate and often entirely false.
Arts, Culture and Sport Ghana’s politics has strong ties with performing arts. This is how it started
Ghana’s history shows a strong connection between music and politics that has evolved over six decades.
Politics and Society Tanzania’s flawed election points to political class bent on retaining power
Tanzania’s October poll shows that elections are purely performative for governments which do not adhere to the basic tenets of democracy.
Politics and Society Tunisia should be a beacon of hope in a troubled region
Impressive delivery on education, water and eliminating poverty hasn’t enabled Tunisia to escape its middle-income trap.
Arts, Culture and Sport The beauty and brilliance of Baxsan, one of the most popular Somali singers of all time
Baxsan’s tumultuous six-decade journey as a singer was irrevocably tied to Somalia’s national identity and cultural history.