They did not see Magufuli coming
New African magazine editor Anver Versi pays tribute to the late President of Tanzania.
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Magufuli will cast long shadow
Anver Versi, editor of New African Magazine, draws a portrait of one of Africa’s most controversial as well as charismatic leaders.
The late Ben Mkapa talks about Africa’s fight for economic independence
The late Ben Mkapa, former President of Tanzania, was one of the best liked politicians on the continent. We share an interview with the great man from 2004. RIP
Abba Kyari – A mighty tree has fallen
On 17 April President Buhari’s Chief of Staff became Nigeria’s most high profile victim of Covid-19. Ben Asante and Ejiroghene Barrett assess his legacy
Manu Dibango – Last of the great African musical icons
The death of saxophonist Manu Dibango was sad news for music lovers across the world. In what was probably his last major interview, he spoke to New African magazine
Daniel arap Moi: Ruthless dictator or master of politics?
For some his rule was characterised by stability, for others it was a time of repression. Anver Versi weighs up the legacy of Kenya’s former President