Uganda: Tension mounts as Museveni turns the screw
Opposition figures are being killed and harrassed in Uganda after President Yoweri Musevini declared victory in the country's elections. Epajjar Ojulu reports from Kampala Read more
Mabingue Ngom: We can make a real difference in the Sahel
In an exclusive interview, Mabingue Ngom, UNFPA Regional Director for West and Central Africa, talks to New African about the Demography, Peace and Security project. Read more
Voices of African women during the time of Covid
New African magazine editor Anver Versi introduces 'Voices of African Women', a collection of personal views and reflections by African women on the extraordinary times we are living through. Read more
César Augusto Mba Abogo: ‘Reform is hardest part of government’
César Augusto Mba Abogo, former Minister for Finance, Economy and Planning of Equatorial Guinea, speaks out In his first international interview since leaving office in October. Read more
The 100 Most Influential Africans of 2020
2020 may have been the most annus horribilis of all the anni horribiles in living memory, but it has produced no less a field of ... Read more
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UNFPA Report
Overcoming the crisis in the Sahel
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) commissioned a team of researchers and experts to find solutions to the crisis in the Sahel. Find out about their recommendations.
UNFPA Report
Mali: Education, health and employment needs must be met
The youthfulness of Mali’s population is both an asset and a challenge. If the needs are of the youth not met, they may drawn into crime, terrorism and religious radicalism.
UNFPA Report
Youth-centred approach is central to solving Burkina Faso’s problems
Burkina Faso needs to move from a reactive approach to security to a preventative approach based on providing its youth with work and education.
Current Affairs
A monument to the Unknown African?
Despite increased attention, Africa’s contribution to the UK is still not properly acknowledged. Is it time for a permanent symbol to be erected? asks Clayton Goodwin.
UNFPA Report
Understanding links between region’s challenges is key to solution in Sahel
Countries of the Sahel face significant social, demographic and security challenges. Only by understanding the link between these issues can we develop a sustainable solution.
Arts & Culture
Adjoa Andoh: ‘It’s a real honour to be playing in Bridgerton’
A doyenne of British theatre and star of the hotly anticipated Netflix drama Bridgerton, Ghanaian-British actor Adjoa Andoh is really coming into her own. Interview by Juanne H. Fuller.
UNFPA Report
Mohamed Ibn Chambas: Governments must regain control in Sahel
In an exclusive interview, Mohamed Ibn Chambas, Head of UNOWAS, calls for an integrated approach to solving the problems of the Sahel.
Voices of African women
Táyra Augusto: Loving every inch of yourself
Pressures on women to be skinny cause much physical and mental harm. We need to challenge the norm and reject the conditioning we’ve experienced, says plus-size model Táyra Augusto.
