Africa

  • Oct 27, 2021
  • 12 min read

Global South tightens social media grip amid protests

Social media's central role in facilitating protests is leading governments across the Global South to tighten controls

International
  • Oct 26, 2021
  • 2 min read

Africa’s ‘hidden debt’ may increase borrowing costs

Newly released data suggest African countries have underreported debt to China worth some USD40bn

Africa
  • Oct 25, 2021
  • 12 min read

Africa may experience a new wave of coups

On today's news from Khartoum, Africa has now seen four coups and several attempts in 2021, reversing a trend

Africa
  • Oct 20, 2021
  • 2 min read

New climate report may give new impetus for Africa aid

A new World Meteorological Organization report warns of a disproportionate impact in Africa from climate change

Africa
  • Oct 8, 2021
  • 2 min read

Africa-France summit masks problems in relationship

France is hosting an 'Africa-France' summit bringing together French and African civil society representatives

Africa
  • Oct 7, 2021
  • 2 min read

Malaria vaccine's initial reach may be limited

The World Health Organization has recommended the use of the first ever malaria vaccine

International
  • Oct 5, 2021
  • 2 min read

Pandora leaks' political threat is limited in Africa

Pandora leak revelations show numerous African leaders and senior officials have hidden substantial assets overseas

Africa
  • Sep 10, 2021
  • 7 min read

Africa’s vaccine deficit presents risks of variance

COVID-19 rates in Africa may be low but limited vaccinations and high transmission present long-term risks

Africa