Hidden for decades in a vault at the Uganda Broadcasting Corporation, the photographs depict a regime fixated on establishing order, meting out punishment and stoking nationalism.
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Politics and Society Where is the solidarity with the people of Sudan and Cameroon?
The world – and fellow Africans – are ignoring the suffering of the people of Sudan and Cameroon, as was the case with the genocide in Rwanda.
Politics and Society June 12 is now Democracy Day in Nigeria. Why it matters
June 12 is widely regarded as the most important day in Nigeria’s post-independence political history.
Politics and Society At 21, Itumeleng Ntsube is South Africa’s youngest ever MP
South Africa’s youngest legislator ever, 21-year-old Itumeleng Ntsube of the African National Congress, was sworn into office on 23 May as a member of the National Council of Provinces, the country’s upper House of Parliament.
Arts and Culture Trevor Noah under fire for his comments on Julius Malema
The Daily Show host is facing criticism for his portrayal of the South African opposition politician, comparing the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters to Donald Trump.
Politics and Society Cartoon: Buhari returns to Nigeria after unclear 10-day UK ‘private visit’
Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari recently returned to the country after a 10-day visit to the United Kingdom. The reason for his visit was unclear, leaving many Nigerians to speculate that he was on another media visit.
Politics and Society What the EFF’s self-styled militarism says about South Africa’s third largest party
The EFF’s militarised aesthetic is more than a sideshow. It forms a key part of its spectacle-oriented brand of politics.
Politics and Society South Africa’s poll is more about battles in the ANC than between political parties
The election will not change the government, but may change the balance of power between the two factions of the governing ANC, led by Cyril Ramaphosa and Jacob Zuma.
Politics and Society The internal – and external – factors that will shape Sudan’s political transition
People in Sudan are determined to provide a new political path and need to guide candidates who want to lead the country.