COVID-19’s two year anniversary has been eclipsed by a European war, but the devastating effects of the pandemic are glaring. From strained relationships, loss, painful break-ups to the creation of a new class of nouveaux riche, referred to in Kenya as “COVID-19 billionaires”, the pandemic has had a far-reaching impact. Dauti Kahura reflects.
Politics and Society Cartoon | Not out of the woods
In this week’s cartoon we reflect on the two years since the Coronavirus and COVID-19 were declared a global public health emergency.
Arts, Culture and Sport Mali Magic | The legacy and preservation of Mali
Google Arts and Culture has created a virtual gallery to showcase Malian culture. In partnership with Timbuktu Resistance, UNESCO World Heritage, SAVAMA-DCI, and Instruments for Africa, the exploration is detailed and categorised in 4 M’s- manuscripts, monuments, music, and modern art.
Politics and Society History may explain South Africa’s refusal to condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
The relationship between South Africa and the West, especially the US, has a complex history. Not least because the US designated those fighting the apartheid regime, as terrorists.
Politics and Society Tanzania is getting a political remake as President Hassan eyes the 2025 polls
President Samia Suluhu Hassan is winning party loyalists, and has launched a diplomatic charm offensive ahead of 2025 polls.
Politics and Society How the blockchain lost its soul – Private space and individual freedom in the age of on-chain geopolitics
Cypherpunks developed cryptocurrency to limit the power of states over individuals. As governments turn to crypto-deterrence and cyberwarfare, the blockchain’s founding propositions of private space and individual freedom are being done away.
Arts, Culture and Sport Shane Warne was ‘the king of mind games’
South Africans loved to hate him, but the supremely talented and bigger-than-life spin bowler from Australia had an impact on the country that few cricketers can match.
Africans rising Meet Temilade Salami co-winner of Univ. of Sussex COP Climate Leader Prize award
Young African environmentalists are showing outstanding climate leadership and contributions to climate action. Founder of Eco-Champions, Temilade Salami was awarded the COP Climate Leaders Prize worth £3000 in recognition of her climate education and advocacy work.
Politics and Society Money, influence and heroism: the allure of political power in Kenya
Politics is turning into a playground for the country’s elite in the absence of other avenues through which to rise to fame – and fortune.