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Oladipo Okubanjo March 25, 2021

NIGER The West African nation looks set to see its first democratic transition of power next month, after a one-time…

Former South African president and ANC leader Jacob Zuma

Will Zuma bring down the ANC?

Don Paul March 25, 2021

Former South African president Jacob Zuma is facing possible jail time for refusing to give evidence to an anti-corruption commission.…

The use of child soldiers is commonplace in African conflicts.

ICC in the dock

Zachary Ochieng March 24, 2021

As a former child soldier is convicted of war crimes for his role in Uganda’s brutal conflict, Zachary Ochieng asks…

Liberia gripped by downfall of graft tsar

Jonathan Paye-Layleh March 24, 2021

The country’s Nigeria-born anti-corruption head has been forced to quit after allegedly faking his own ID. By Jonathan Paye-Layleh in…

In the crosshairs: Tanzania's wildlife could be at risk thanks to bushmeat legalisation. PA Images

Tanzania’s wildlife gamble risks future pandemics

Zachary Ochieng February 03, 2021

With poaching on the rise thanks to the pandemic, Tanzania has alarmed conservationists further by legalising bushmeat markets, writes Zachary…

Relatives cry as they mourn during a funeral service for 17 worshippers and two priests, who were allegedly killed by Fulani herdsmen

Nigeria sectarianism fears

Rosemary Udoh February 03, 2021

As communities turn to militias for protection from rampaging herdsmen, Rosemary Udoh reports on the conflict tearing Nigeria apart –…

90 seconds news round-up

Adam Edwards February 03, 2021

The latest Africa news, including Mauritius's feud with the UK, Guinea's election fallout and the Hague trial of an ex-CAR…

People walk next to an abandoned tank belonging to Tigrayan forces south of the town of Mehoni, Ethiopia

Ethiopia war risks regional peace

Zachary Ochieng February 03, 2021

The civil war in Tigray province is fast spreading across East Africa. The Horn of Africa stands on the brink…

Uganda's opposition leader 'Bobi Wine'. PA Images

Uganda's opposition fights on

Zachary Ochieng February 02, 2021

Mass arrests, killings and an internet blackout overshadowed Uganda’s presidential poll. But, as Zachary Ochieng reports, the opposition hasn’t given…

Saharawi refugees in Toulouse, France, protest the recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara in December 2020. PA Images

So long, Western Sahara

Andrea Dijkstra January 20, 2021

After Donald Trump recognised Morocco’s claims over the disputed region, Andrea Dijkstra looks at what the future holds for Africa’s…

#EndSars: Nigerians protesting against police brutality. Shutterstock Images

Africa's new dawn for democracy

Andrea Dijkstra December 17, 2020

While the West seems to have abandoned many of its basic democratic principles during the Covid-19 pandemic, in Africa governments…

Botswana's Ian Khama (L) shakes hands with President Mokgweetsi Masisi. Getty Images

Botswana's presidents at war

Lucas Ledwaba December 15, 2020

As Botswana's former leader Ian Khama announces plans to sue the state over corruption and terrorism claims, NewsAfrica Magazine asks…

Ethiopian soldiers participate in field training exercise in Gebeit, Sudan, on November 25, 2017. PA Images

Ethiopia-Egypt dam 'war' threats

Andrea Dijkstra December 15, 2020

As President Trump warns that Ethiopia’s new dam could lead to war with Egypt, NewsAfrica asks whether Addis should be…

Malawi to consider changes to its anti-sodomy laws

Malawi debates gay marriage

Lucas Ledwaba December 11, 2020

Malawi's new government announces possible changes to anti-sodomy legislation, including allowing gay couples to marry. Malawi made headlines last month…