International observation will not insulate controversial polls – such as Tanzania’s in October – from malpractices, but will make them less likely and allow them to be exposed.
Politics and Society What causes Africa’s coups? That is the question
Censuring coups isn’t enough – African and international actors should tackle the poor quality of democracy and governance.
Politics and Society Young people living on Harare’s streets provide glimpses into life under COVID-19 lockdown
The story map reveals that like any part of society, street youth are both subject to and willing to conform to rules and conventions, in this case for their own and others’ safety.
Africans rising Moves are afoot in Africa to keep more women in science careers
A number of programmes now exist that are helping to close the gender gap in African science, technology, engineering and maths.
Lifestyle South African universities need to know why students’ suicide risk is so high
Rates of suicidal behaviour are higher among South African students than among the general population or students in other countries. Understanding why will help shape prevention efforts.
Politics and Society UCT joins search for COVID-19 vaccine
South Africa has joined global counterparts in search for a COVID-19 vaccine and the University of Cape Town (UCT) is lending a hand, participating in three international trials in the country, alongside several other universities.
Politics and Society Did machete imports to Rwanda prove that the genocide against the Tutsi was planned?
Between 1992 and 1994, the former regime is said to have imported 581 tonnes of machetes into Rwanda. This figure appears to establish that the genocide was planned. But is this number accurate?
Politics and Society South Africa: Over five million children not getting their school meals
Department of Basic Education says situation will improve with schools returning.
Arts, Culture and Sport Reframing women in Namibia’s early history of photography
Images of white Namibian farmers and their workers and a collection of portraits by travelling black photographers form part of the early archive.