Politics

Protest over lack of food and jobs, South Africa. Press Association

Lockdown is real killer in Africa

At the last count, Covid-19 had infected 35 million people worldwide, leaving more than a million dead. Not since the Spanish flu of the early 20th century has the world witnessed such a rapid death toll from a viral disease.…
Uganda's security forces have been accused of heavy-handed policing during the lockdown

Uganda's lethal lockdown exposed

Uganda’s lethal response to Covid-19 has led to an epidemic of violence, poverty and hunger, reports Zachary Ochieng. As the world continues to battle the coronavirus pandemic, human rights watchdogs have criticized the Ugandan security forces for using excess force…
Tourists spotting elephants on safari before the pandemic hit. Photo by redcharlie on Unsplash

Hope for safari recovery post Covid

Almost 10 per cent of Africa’s economy relies on the tourism industry, which was shuttered by Covid-19. But, as travel editor and TV tourism expert Jill Starley-Grainger reports, for the millions employed by the safari industry, there is confidence that…
Bashir loses power

Bashir loses power

After 30 years in power, Omar al-Bashir has been ousted in a military coup following a popular uprising. By Hawwa Adam For years the international community has been trying to put Omar al-Bashir behind bars but in the end it…
President Buhari, elected for a second term faces daunting economic challenge

Buhari battles Nigeria's economic challenges

With elections now over in Nigeria, almost, the economy takes centre stage following a muted recovery that still leaves the country vulnerable to both internal and external shocks, according to the monetary institutions. All eyes are on the president to…
President Buhari, second from left at the inauguration of his campaign council

Nigeria Elections: Choice between competence and integrity

The forthcoming elections in Nigeria is a choice between the integrity of President Muhammadu Buhari and the competence of Atiku Abubakar, the leading contenders in the race. Moffat Ekoriko and Peterclaver Ebochue report Bola Ahmed Tinubu, one of Nigeria’s most…
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