Freedom, but also a legacy of one-party states, civil wars and violence against women and children Independence was achieved in several African countries after a national liberation war. In many cases, the liberation...
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What is behind the renewed violence in Central African Republic?
CAR will struggle to break the cycle of violence without international commitment to end it On January 4, the incumbent president of Central African Republic (CAR), Faustin-Archange Touadéra, was re-elected for a...
Solar in a suitcase
Mini-grids and solar systems are a lifeline for Africa’s underserviced rural health clinics Laura Stachel first realised that lack of electricity impaired the delivery of life-saving care when she conducted research in...
Reading between the lines of #UgandanLivesMatter and the effects of poor governance
Media Release Our continent has had its share of despots in the post-colonial era. There was a time when it looked like they were on their way out. Sadly, for the citizens of Uganda and a handful of...
Lessons from Trump’s dethronement for Africa
In a historic US election, President Donald Trump was ousted from office by Joe Biden. Biden won 50.8% of the popular vote, while Trump still managed 47.5% in the largest voter turnout since 1908. The presidency of...
Youth make a stand to defend their world
Young people are playing a crucial role in advancing climate action and climate justice. Climate change continues to threaten human existence, economic growth and the livelihoods of vulnerable populations, and experts...
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