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Nigeria's security crisis: Can 'state police' fix it?
Nigeria's government wants a constitutional amendment allowing each state to run its own police force. Supporters say decentralizing police could red…
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Why South Africans are stranded in the Gulf
Thousands are being flown out of the Middle East as the Iran war escalates, yet many South Africans in Dubai and other hubs remain stranded and want …
3 months ago
Why Zambia's $1B health deal is under fire
A leaked draft of a US–Zambia health deal suggests strict targets and major data‑sharing demands. Critics call the $1B agreement exploitation, while …
3 months ago
30 years after Beijing Declaration: Should women celebrate?
Thirty years after world leaders adopted the Beijing Declaration, women across Africa are increasingly taking on leadership roles in politics, media,…
3 months ago
Can the army curb South Africa's organized crime wave?
As organized crime surges, South Africa is turning to the army for support. But can soldiers succeed where policing has struggled, or is the country …
3 months ago
Are South Africa's menstrual products putting users at risk?
A new study has detected hormone‑disrupting chemicals in menstrual products sold in South Africa. With links to infertility and other health risks, e…
3 months, 1 week ago
How the US-Israel war with Iran is reshaping Africa
The US-Israel war with Iran is pushing up fuel costs, slowing shipping, and raising security risks across Africa. We break down how the fallout is hi…
3 months, 1 week ago
Malawi bans dual jobs for health workers
Malawi has banned health workers from holding dual roles in public and private facilities, aiming to curb corruption and boost accountability. Doctor…
3 months, 1 week ago
EU lifts sanctions on Zimbabwe — What next?
After more than two decades of travel bans, asset freezes, and diplomatic strain, the EU has removed most of its targeted sanctions on Zimbabwe. The …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Ghana's cocoa price slash sparks outrage
Ghana's cocoa industry is facing a major shake-up after the government slashed the producer price by 28%. It's a heavy blow for many of the country's…
3 months, 2 weeks ago