Stories about Sub-Saharan Africa
The impact of unpredictable rainfall and flooding on agriculture and food security in Kenya
The rains led to significant damage in 42 of Kenya's 47 counties, with the capital, Nairobi, Homa Bay, Kajiado, Mandera and Nakuru being the most severely affected by the floods.
Séverin Ayao Kansa: Togo’s only chance of success at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games
Séverin Ayao Kansa, a Togolese para-athlete competing in the Men’s High Jump T47, will represent Togo at the Paris Paralympic Games.
Everything you should know about the Nigeria vs South Africa ‘online ride-hailing war’
This latest digital feud, which involves ordering and canceling trips on ride-hailing apps in both countries, is negatively affecting the livelihoods of the drivers.
Through the lens of Czech-British photographer Liba Taylor: The power of photography
“People don’t just sit and wait for aid, but when there’s no condition to survive, they don’t have another choice” explains documentary photographer Liba Taylor, famous for documenting human resilience to adversity.
Madagascar: Hyperinflation could trigger a social implosion
Despite a booming African economy with a growth rate of 3.8 percent, the economic situation in Madagascar, also known as the Great Island, continues to deteriorate.
‘Nionsologie': A term used in DRC to describe those who profess to know it all
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), "pseudo-experts" who profess to “know it all” defy all knowledge-based logic and flood social media with their often unfounded comments.
From uprootedness to artistic expression: An interview with Cameroonian artist Salifou Lindou
'Lindou’s art reflects a rare sensitivity, addressing contemporary complexities through a refined aesthetic lens, reacts to current events and offers a sophisticated meditation on power, identity, and the human condition.'
The unique sounds of South Africa are a reminder of the country’s traditions, struggle, and resilience
Amapiano has become a phenomenon, with new hits and dance challenges emerging regularly and gaining worldwide popularity. For instance, the Tshwala Bam dance challenge featured participation from international celebrities.
What happened to Nigeria at the Paris Olympics?
With 88 sportsmen and women sent to represent the country at the 2024 Paris Olympics, this is the eighth time the most populous African nation has left the Olympics without a medal.
Are 90 percent of Kenyans homophobic?
Is it possible that Western conservative influence operations are dragging African countries like Kenya into culture wars whose endgame only they understand?
Starlink in Sudan: A lifeline or war facilitator?
Sudan's conflict has crippled telecommunication as both sides leverage and disrupt internet services to gain control.
African Union: Concerns grow on African continent over the spread of mpox
According to the African Union, the resurgence of mpox on the African continent is a public health emergency. The epidemic has caused hundreds of deaths in over ten African countries.
Some historic moments for Africa at the 2024 Olympic Games
As compared to other African countries, Kenya emerged top on the Paris 2024 Olympics medal table with 11 medals (4 gold, 2 silver, 5 bronze), followed by South Africa with 6 medals (1 gold, 3 silver, 2 bronze).
Internet shutdowns in Sudan allow the bypass of regulations
Sudan’s internet shutdowns bypass legal frameworks, raising concerns about human rights and highlighting the growing influence of decentralized technologies like Starlink.
Pro-democracy activists in Zimbabwe are being prosecuted for ‘public disorder’
The Kofi Annan Foundation has condemned the harassment, intimidation, and persecution of these human rights and democracy defenders, urging authorities to uphold due process of law.
Rare Olympic Games coverage opportunity for African journalists: An interview with Daniel Dodjagni
Togolese journalist Daniel Dodjagni told Global Voices about the significant value his debut at the Paris Olympic Games brought to his journalism career.
African journalist perspectives on 2024 Paris Olympic Games
At the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, not only athletes represented the African continent but also African journalists, who provided a more diverse perspective on the Games.
China helped Cameroon build drinking water infrastructure. Is it a debt crisis or developmental aid?
Cameroon has built up it's clean water infrastructure thanks to access to Chinese loans. However, what are the long-term consequences of the resulting debt?
Women are paying the ultimate price in Cameroon’s armed conflict
Since 2016, when the crisis in the West African country erupted, cases of gender-based violence have skyrocketed. Between February and December 2020, the UN documented about 4,300 cases of gender-based violence in Cameroon’s conflict regions.
Senegalese parliamentarian Guy Marius Sagna defends the people in ECOWAS parliament
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is facing a legitimacy crisis, as the sharp remarks of Guy Marius Sagna, a Senegalese parliamentarian in this regional organization’s parliament highlight.
Vaping loopholes are endangering children and the environment in Nigeria and Burkina Faso
"Although the use of tobacco products is prohibited for people under the age of 18, the tobacco laws of both Nigeria and Burkina Faso do not explicitly mention or regulate vaping."
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