African countries cannot be ignored, or just listened to. Their needs should shape the agenda.
Covid19
Politics and Society UN report on nutrition gives Africa food for thought
Food security levels are no longer improving globally, and the trend for Africa is especially worrying.
Politics and Society Xenophobia alive in some schools, human rights meeting is told
Matric children of immigrants born in South Africa also battle to get IDs so that they can enrol in tertiary education, but Home Affairs is trying to fix this
Arts, Culture and Sport The Village Pope has passed: remembering Tsepo Tshola, Lesotho’s musical giant
For over 50 years Tshola was loved by audiences around the world for his rich baritone voice, which he used to inspire and to speak political truths.
Politics and Society Social media, riots and consequences
Fomenting violence online is illegal in SA – social media use during the latest violence makes digital literacy a priority.
Politics and Society A woman with HIV took over 200 days to clear her Covid infection. Here’s why researchers are worried
A case study suggests that people with HIV should be prioritised for Covid vaccination
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.
Politics and Society South Africa’s vaccine rollout needs a boost
The number of vaccinations is far below the number of vaccine doses in the country. The available vaccines need to be used urgently.
Politics and Society Africa has a higher death rate among critically ill Covid-19 patients than anywhere else
The death rate was 48% compared to the global average of 32%.