Because of their appearance, people with albinism in Tanzania are often socially excluded and frequently (and sometimes violently) discriminated against.
Human rights
Arts, Culture and Sport A new film about Zimbabwe’s 2018 elections is worth watching, but flawed
The award-winning documentary – now on in South Africa – follows opposition leader Nelson Chamisa. But it spends too much time in meetings instead of giving insight into the bigger picture.
Politics and Society Nigeria’s Twitter ban could backfire, hurting the economy and democracy
President Muhammadu Buhari’s Twitter shutdown will be hard to enforce and could have dire consequences for Nigeria’s fragile democratic institutions and economy.
Politics and Society Namibian genocide: why Germany’s bid to make amends isn’t enough
German’s commitment of €1.1bn for development projects in Namibia over 30 years is too cheap a price to pay for remorse.
Politics and Society Why should South Africans care about Israel’s apartheid?
“We recognise apartheid when see it” say South African Jews.
Politics and Society South Africa: Call for Israeli embassy in Pretoria to be closed
Large Palestinian solidarity march held in Cape Town.
Politics and Society South Africa: Hundreds protest against Israeli airstrikes
Protesters demand South Africa boycott, divest and impose sanctions on Israel. About 300 people marched to Parliament on Tuesday afternoon to protest against the recent deadly Israeli air strikes in the Gaza Strip.
Politics and Society Restricting digital media is a gamble for African leaders
Digital media shutdowns in Africa will lead to higher economic costs and greater public outrage.
Politics and Society The roots of repression and the prospects for democracy in Tanzania
There may be significant limitations to the political reform that can be realised by new president Samia Suluhu Hassan.