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Politics and Society US debates bill to counter ‘malign’ Russian activities in Africa
A new law to punish states that back certain Russian actions could have major implications for African countries.
Politics and Society Ukraine war reveals Africa divided
Russia’s invasion of its West-leaning neighbour revives Cold War faultlines and shows its influence across the continent.
Politics and Society Russia-Ukraine war: decoding how African countries voted at the UN
The resolution is not legally binding, but is an expression of the views of the UN membership.
Politics and Society Circles of impunity: why sexual violence by humanitarians and peacekeepers keeps happening
WHO’s safeguarding failure in the DRC has re-focused attention on the sexual misconduct that surfaces with disgraceful regularity in humanitarian, development, and peacekeeping operations worldwide.
Politics and Society How Africa can reduce COVID-19’s impact on displaced persons
Swift positions taken by the AU could be stymied by ongoing conflicts, funding shortfalls and border closures.
Africans rising Senegalese Major Seynabou Diouf awarded 2019 UN Female Police Officer of the Year
Major Seynabou Diouf, has been commended for her “exemplary service, which has a direct and positive impact on the community and the Congolese national police.” The Major currently leads a task force that helps to prevent and end sexual exploitation and abuse with the UN Organization Stabilization Mission in the DRC.
Africans rising Winnie Byanyima leaves Oxfam to join UNAIDS as Executive Director
Winnie Byanyima, renowned human rights advocate and former Ugandan Member of Parliament has left Oxfam after seven years to join UNAIDS as its Executive Director. The appointment has been widely praised and shared across social media.
Africans rising Kofi Annan: a complicated legacy of impressive achievements, and some profound failures
Kofi Annan was the first UN employee to rise to the position of Secretary General but his tenure also had a darker side.