Jacob Zuma ran out of ideas to defend himself. Martyrdom is almost impossible without a cause, and he has none.
Politics and Society Social media and the state: challenging the rules of engagement
As Nigeria’s Twitter ban shows, online platforms are the new battleground between governments and their critics.
Politics and Society Historic moment as Constitutional Court finds Zuma guilty and sentences him to jail
South Africa has many problems. But, as Jacob Zuma has found out, the strength of its rule of law and the independence of its judiciary should not be underestimated.
Politics and Society Rethinking how we look at Africa’s relationship with China
African identity needs a revision to move beyond current understanding of its relationship with China.
Politics and Society Youth Month: What does decolonised African education look like?
Decolonised African education is urgent but has slipped off the agenda, participants heard at a recent symposium. The bigger question: What does it look like?
Politics and Society Nigeria’s decision to ban Twitter has no legal basis. Here’s why
The Nigerian government has no legal capacity to unilaterally regulate or police borderless social media platforms.
Arts, Culture and Sport Banning African films like Rafiki and Inxeba doesn’t diminish their influence
Discussions about the films on social media and online forums show that African queer lives are complex and don’t tell a single story.
Arts, Culture and Sport The Art of Chuma Anagbado
Chuma Anagbado’s art captures the energy and vibrancy in our African psyche and culture through his colors, patterns, and unspoken energy.
Arts, Culture and Sport Instability is decimating Mali’s cultural heritage
Without a single prosecution, the illegal trade in artefacts is causing a catastrophic loss for the country.