December 18
Africa: From City to Wilderness - - Embracing the Interconnectedness of Life in Africa's Vast Landscape
Photojournalist Scott Ramsay has spent many years travelling the continent in search of its natural beauty. His latest book, Spirit of Africa, is evidence that he has found it.… Read more »
December 06
Africa: Hard to Be Creative When the Burden of Survival Makes Creativity Feel Like a Luxury
What does the landscape and climate for creative writing and freedom of expression look like in five different African countries today? What are some of the issues that affect… Read more »
December 04
Africa: Lessons for South Africa As Angola, America Engage in New Era of Cooperation
The US is a master at pivoting and changing its allegiances and focus when there are benefits to doing so. South Africa must learn this lesson from both the US and Angola, and not… Read more »
Africa: Ramaphosa's Lack of Action On Simelane Scandal Raises Concerns Amid South Africa's Corruption Crisis
President Cyril Ramaphosa does not seem to take issue with the fact that a person accused of corruption sits in his Cabinet. Whether Thembi Simelane is minister of justice or… Read more »
December 03
Africa: After the Bell - Elections in Africa Can Teach the Rest of the World About Democracy
Liberation movements no longer appeal to voters and this is why there have been tectonic shifts in election outcomes. Democracy is maturing in Africa, as seen in a peaceful… Read more »
November 25
Africa: Nobel Laureate Maria Ressa Warns of Disinformation and Big Tech's Influence On SA Democracy
Maria Ressa, Nobel laureate and CEO of Filipino news outlet Rappler, believes South Africa's traditional media is strong, but that won't last, posing an ongoing threat to… Read more »
November 22
Africa: Little Chocolate Lies - - How Lindt Undermined Its Own Claims of Excellence
Claims of its luxury chocolates being 'expertly crafted' were mere puffery, the Swiss manufacturer insisted, in order to slither out of a legal matter. Where does this leave the… Read more »
November 23
Africa: COP29's Final Day - Developing Nations Demand Climate Financing As Wealthy Countries Remain Hesitant
How much does cutting down on carbon emissions, by doing things like using public transport, walking or cycling to get to places, really save? COP29 was a good place to find out.… Read more »
November 25
Africa: The #laundry - How Eswatini Became a Transit Hub for Southern Africa's Money Laundering Networks
Leaked files obtained by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists show how a Dubai-based gold trader cosied up to the Swazi king's son-in-law to allegedly launder… Read more »
November 18
Africa: Africa Needs Strong Voices Pushing for Locally Manufactured Vaccines
More needs to be done to boost the research and development capabilities crucial to countries succeeding in manufacturing vaccines locally. Read more »
November 19
Africa: South Africa Needs to Take Advantage of the Cape Sea Route's Resurgence in the Wake of Red Sea Route Instability
The country needs more than infrastructure upgrades to capitalise on the increased shipping activity along the Cape Sea Route. Read more »
November 17
Africa: G20 Leaders, Time Is Running Out to End Our Perilous Addiction to Fossil Fuels - Act Now
As you gather in Rio for the G20 Leaders' Summit, you do so at a critical moment for our planet, humanity and the future of every young person alive today and those yet to come.… Read more »
Africa: COP29 - From Carbon Credits to the Taliban, Here Are the Big Takeaways From Baku in Week 1
This is a wrap-up for Week 1 of the most noteworthy events and developments at the 29th Conference of the Parties in Azerbaijan. The 12-day conference concludes on Friday. Read more »
November 06
Africa: India and China Vie for Leadership of the Global South - The Choice Hinges On Africa's Priorities and Values
Which of the two countries is better placed to champion Africa's developmental aspirations? Read more »
November 13
Africa: Countries Are Pledging Money They Don't Control At COP29
Over the next two weeks, nearly 200 countries participating in United Nations climate talks in Azerbaijan will negotiate a new, possibly multi-trillion-dollar annual finance goal… Read more »
Africa: Trump's Second Coming Is the Greatest Comeback in Us History - How Did We Not See It Coming?
Perhaps the question that everyone should be asking is not why it happened, but how it happened. How did so many people - especially the very high-powered team of experts that… Read more »
November 06
Africa: What Trump's Victory Means for You, the World and South Africa - Seven Takes From Daily Maverick Writers
Donald Trump's shocking reelection will have severe consequences for the global political order and economy. What will it mean and how will it affect South Africa? Daily Maverick… Read more »
Africa: Pandemic Treaty Talks Should Prioritise Substance Over Speed So That Equity Is Not Sacrificed
If the negotiators rush to conclude talks on the treaty with the existing proposals, the Global South will not be in a better position to respond when the next pandemic comes. Read more »
Africa: Panel Weighs in On Trump's Election Victory and What It Means for America, South Africa, Africa and the World
In a Daily Maverick webinar about the US 2024 election, a panel of experts examined what happened, why it happened and what it might mean for the US, South Africa and the world. Read more »
November 05
Africa: US Elections At a Glance - What You Need to Know If You're in South Africa
In this Daily Maverick wrap for readers in South Africa, we gives some pointers, expertise and tips about the US elections Read more »
October 31
Africa: Balancing Act - Will South Africa's Sugar Tax Survive Amid Industry Pressure and Health Concerns?
The next time the industry laments the sugar tax, pay attention to what it doesn't say. Read more »
Africa: The US and Russia Are in a New Nuclear Race to Power African Economies
Russia is keen to boost its clout in Africa -- for reasons that are frankly nefarious given the odious nature of Vladimir Putin's regime -- and nuclear power is one of the paths it… Read more »
November 02
Africa: Amerikkka On Full Electoral-Historical Display
Perhaps the most consequential election in US history will be taking place on 5 November, and its outcome is anyone's guess. Although, if we are being honest, we already know what… Read more »
October 30
Africa: Eating Elephants and the Assault On Our Waning Wildlife
Our relationship with the wild animals on our planet, whose numbers are rapidly declining, is deeply problematic. With the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP16) in session in Colombia… Read more »
October 09
Africa: AU Takes Aim At Africa's New Brand of Mercenaries, but Strong Oversight, Clear Reporting Lines Are Needed
A draft convention against mercenarism is an important milestone in the AU's effort to tackle mercenarism, but success will depend on a strong oversight committee and clear… Read more »