Most educators have no experience nor did they receive preparation during their training on how to deal with teaching in a crisis.
Politics and Society Presidential power play undermines democracy in Africa
Exploiting public office to win elections is common but Madagascar and Cabo Verde are making polls more fair.
Politics and Society Covid-19 has made inequality worse, researchers find
The Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown have deepened inequality on many levels, researchers have found.
Politics and Society Nigeria is still struggling at 60. But hope is still alive
Sixty years after political independence, it is clear that Nigeria has not fulfilled its huge potential, but with a supportive public culture it can transform that into success.
Politics and Society Third terms for presidents of Côte d’Ivoire and Guinea must be stopped
Regional leaders should prevent crises related to power transfers and restore some sense of accountability in African politics.
Politics and Society Waiting for trial can be worse than facing the sentence: a study in Nigerian prisons
The proportion of prisoners awaiting trial in Nigeria is disturbing, and prolonged imprisonment can have a damaging effect on their mental functioning.
Politics and Society Economic growth or civil liberties: the choice facing Tanzanian voters
Magufuli approaches elections buoyed by victory in the local polls and a solid track record on the economy.
Politics and Society Trump and Biden clash in chaotic debate – experts react on the court, race and election integrity
They shouted, they interrupted, they insulted – and not entirely in equal measure. But Biden and Trump also touched on the issues occasionally. Our panel of experts analyzed three key exchanges.
Arts, Culture and Sport A good museum experience pays off for the tourism sector in Ghana
Ghana’s museums can improve visitor numbers by paying attention to customer satisfaction.