Turning towards Africa has yielded positive results, but does Mauritius really want to be part of the continent?
Arts and Culture How our African ancestors made sound in the Stone Age
Working with bone artefacts from archaeological sites in South Africa’s southern Cape region, we’ve been able to show that some implements might have been used for sound production in the past.
Politics and Society Bobi Wine charged with “annoying” Ugandan President, Yoweri Museveni
It is an offence to now “annoy” President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. This was one of the charges filed against Ugandan Member of Parliament, and “Ghetto President”, Robert Kyagulanyi widely known as Bobi Wine.
Arts and Culture Toni Morrison: American literary giant made it her life’s work to ensure that black lives (and voices) matter
With her writing, and her work as a publisher, Morrison brought the African-American experience to the fore in the US and around the world.
Politics and Society Has Nigeria found itself back to 1983 under President Buhari?
A reread of an article published in September 1985 by West Africa, a weekly magazine shows that Nigeria is facing the same economic, and political challenges it faced three decades ago when President Buhari was Head of State.
Politics and Society Sudan needs women at its negotiating table
Having played a leading role in Bashir’s ousting, women can improve prospects for mediation and long-term peace.
Arts and Culture Destination Festivals: Bayimba International Festival of the Arts in Uganda
Uganda boasts of a thriving music scene, and the multidisciplinary Bayimba International Festival of the Arts recently held in Lunkulu Island serves to bolster the various art forms. The four-day event has become an important platform for the consumption, and authentic experience of various exciting artistic acts.
Arts and Culture The most influential American author of her generation, Toni Morrison’s writing was radically ambiguous
In her creative and critical work, Toni Morrison sought to remap the contours of American literature and culture.
Politics and Society After Omar al-Bashir’s Ouster, PHR Intensifies Call for Accountability and Respect for Rights in Sudan
Following release of its major report detailing Sudanese government’s campaign of intimidation, persecution, and torture and its targeting of medical personnel, Physicians for Human Rights emphasizes need for protection of peaceful protesters and inclusion of civil society in Sudan’s future.