Stories about Sub-Saharan Africa from February, 2025
Caregivers to changemakers: Women are leading development in rural Nigeria
"When men see the benefits of their wives’ participation, they become advocates, which helps build a supportive environment for women’s leadership."
Safeguarding the story: The urgency of digital security for journalists in Sub-Saharan Africa
UNESCO reports that 20 percent of attacks on journalists occur in digital spaces, but in Sub-Saharan Africa, the situation is worsening as governments expand digital surveillance and online harassment against the press.
Madagascar: Climate change negatively impacts ecosystems and communities
Although Madagascar is very rich in biodiversity, it remains particularly vulnerable to the damage caused by global warming. This damage has a devastating impact on ecosystems and local communities.
DRC: Government implements death penalty to combat youth gang phenomenon
In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the proliferation of criminal youth gangs is at an all-time high. The government will use the death penalty to combat urban violence.
How are the Ugandan and Kenyan governments silencing dissenting voices?
Both countries criminalize protest leaders, with activists and organizers facing charges such as incitement, unlawful assembly, or treason.