Image Source The International Monetary Fund (IMF) gives loans to countries in economic trouble. In exchange, countries must implement a programme of painful policy reforms. Countries rarely complete these programmes. Read More..
Political and Social Commentary
Leading Hirak activist in Algeria, Chems Eddine Laalami, sentenced to two years in prison
Prominent Algerian Hirak activist, Chems Eddine Laalami, was sentenced to two years in prison and imposed with a fine of 200,000 Algerian dinars on Sunday, July 11 by a court in north-eastern Read More..
With historic win in elections, Ethiopia’s Abiy Ahmed consolidates power
Despite the numerous shortcomings, the participation of 46 political parties in an election with a voter registration of 78% and voter turnout of above 90%, was a major milestone in Read More..
How Frelimo betrayed Samora Machel’s dream of a free Mozambique
Image Source Forty-six years ago, Samora Machel, the leader of Mozambique’s liberation movement and the country’s first president, stood before a euphoric crowd at Machava Stadium and declared the complete Read More..
Durban food riots turn the wheel of history
Image Source At the time of writing the riots engulfing Durban and other towns in KwaZulu-Natal, and also present in parts of Gauteng and the Eastern Cape, have the kind Read More..
Chad’s Football Dream
Image Source Football is Chad’s leading sport, yet the national team has yet to qualify for the top African and world tournaments. Football is hugely popular in Chad but results Read More..