We long for real change
Youth in South Africa, no longer vote based on who freed them. They want real change and want it now, Kelebogile Motswatswa captures their hopes …
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Uneasy times for artists
Creative artists, including singers, playwrights and authors have always had an uneasy relationship with those in power in Uganda.
Praise where praise is due
The current traditional king of Ghana’s Asante people, the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II celebrates 20 years on the Royal Stool. His conduct is in …
Can a bitter past signpost a better future?
In Algeria, it remains unclear what comes after the ongoing political demonstrations. But the Arab Spring – tainted by its catastrophic failures – is an …
Will loyalty factor decide elections?
On Wednesday May 8, South Africa goes to the polls to elect members of parliament and other state officials. The polls this time around have …
A discoloured rainbow
What are the roots of the hostility towards ‘foreign’ Africans living in South Africa?