In an unequal world, it is deeply concerning but not surprising that vaccines are being rolled out in an unequal way. Rich countries are well into the process of inoculating their populaces, while poorer countries are still on the starting blocks.
Politics and Society
Politics and Society Whose mental health suffered the most during COVID-19 lockdown in Nigeria
In Nigeria, the unmarried, the unemployed, the less educated and those from the northern parts of the country were most susceptible to psychological challenges associated with COVID-19 lockdown.
Politics and Society Cartoon: Tanzanian President John Magufuli and COVID-19 denialism
For months Tanzania’s government has insisted the country was free from COVID-19, so there are no plans for vaccination. As other African countries are beginning to rollout vaccination programmes there is little testing and no clear plans for a vaccination programme in Tanzania.
Politics and Society Women and political leadership in Africa: More work needs to be done
Social and cultural beliefs remain an impediment to women’s continuous rise in politics across Africa. While we celebrate a notable increase in the number of women in influential political positions, the culture of violence, in its many forms if not dealt with threatens to undo this progress.
Politics and Society Donald Trump leaves Joe Biden a booby trap
Trump’s last-minute decision to recognise Morocco’s claim to Western Sahara presents the new US president with a dilemma.
Politics and Society President Mnangagwa claimed Zimbabwe was open for business. What’s gone wrong
The more President Mnangagwa’s government fails to engage democratically with its own citizens, the more it will negate any prospect of re-engagement with the West.
Politics and Society Covid-19 Vaccine: Profit should not trump public health needs
The search for a vaccine has re-ignited debates on the role of big pharmaceutical companies (Big Pharma) in addressing the health needs of developing countries.
Politics and Society How former president Rawlings pioneered heritage tourism in Ghana – in his own words
In a rare series of interviews, the late Ghanaian leader spoke of how the country’s slave trade was revisited as a vehicle for economic development.
Politics and Society Museveni has failed to win over young, urban Ugandans: why he’s running out of options
Museveni’s attempt to gain support in urban areas in the 2021 elections was not only about repression. But it still failed.