Humour is a way for Congolese internet users to prod at cultural traits and political developments – despite censorship being rife.
African identities #NairobiNiMimi Series: The story of Charles Githinji
“I was born in Kibagare slum in Kangemi. My mother died when I was seven and so I was the only one able to, at the time, take care of my sister and younger brother. So, I entered the streets pretty early in my life.”
Politics and Society Ethiopia’s troubled history provides clues to why an all-out civil war is possible
Crisis grips Ethiopia as political divisions spill over into armed conflict and potential civil war looms.
Politics and Society Biden wins – experts on what it means for race relations, US foreign policy and the Supreme Court
Scholars of race, foreign policy and the Supreme Court give their informed predictions of what to expect under a Biden administration.
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Recent attacks raise questions about how secessionist tendencies have been managed in post-independence Africa.
Politics and Society The use of Nigerian soldiers in civil unrest: what’s in place and what’s missing
There is a need for a special unit for civil-military relations as the police cannot deal effectively with protests.
Arts, Culture and Sport Nairobi Ni Mimi- A series of realistic and othered African narratives
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).
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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.