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
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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
African youth favour untainted heroes
Robert Mugabe’s death and funeral were largely a matter of indifference to most of the youth of Africa. Their heroes are cut from a different …