April 05, 2013
Sudan: Darfur - Money Won't Buy Human Rights
On 7-8 April, donors will meet to discuss ways of reconstructing and developing Darfur. But unless root causes are addressed, aid will struggle to make a difference. Read more »
April 04, 2013
Kenya: An Electronic Twist on Kenyan Folk Rhythms
Owiny Sigoma Band's new album offers an electronic twist on Kenyan folk rhythms. Read more »
March 28, 2013
Djibouti: At the President's Pleasure - Post-Election Repression
Djibouti's opposition have been protesting against the government over what they claim were fraudulent elections. The government has responded with forceful repression. Read more »
March 22, 2013
Kenya: Displacement and Resistance - the Ogiek of Kenya
Finding themselves increasingly marginalised, can the indigenous Ogiek community in Kenya preserve their culture, traditions and way of life? Read more »
March 21, 2013
Eritrea: Why Discontent Doesn't Necessarily Mean Change
Recent events in Eritrea have so far shown two things: 1) Discontent is rising. 2) Afewerki can handle it. Read more »
March 19, 2013
Kenya: How Tech Transformed Citizens into Election Monitors
Kenya has so far avoided repeating the post-election violence of 2007/8. This is thanks to many factors, one of which being the use of popular technology and clever apps. Read more »
March 15, 2013
Uganda: Accessing Health Services - Boda Boda to the Rescue!
In rural Uganda, small motorcycles are being used as ambulances in a bid to make emergency healthcare accessible to those in need. Read more »
March 14, 2013
Kenya: What Will Kenyatta's Election Mean for Country's Asians?
With Kenyatta, a Kikuyu and business behemoth, set to take over the reins of power, some of Kenya's Asian community is concerned for the future. Read more »
Eritrea: Exit Eritrea - How Could It All End for Isaias Afewerki?
Afewerki's grip on power in Eritirea is showing signs of weakness. But will we see a coup, cosmetic reforms or even an uprising? Read more »
March 13, 2013
Kenya: What Can We Learn From Uhuru's Victory?
Kenya's richest man won elections on the back of an ethnic alliance. What does the vote mean for Kenya's politics and peace-building efforts? Read more »
March 12, 2013
Ethiopia: Circus Debre Berhan's 'Theatre for Social Development'
A circus from the town of Debre Berhan is trying to communicate important social messages to Ethiopians through the medium of acrobatic entertainment. Read more »
March 04, 2013
Kenya: When Kenya's Richest and Poorest Men Almost Met
As Kenyans go to vote, many have been talking about Kenya's complex identity politics. But some say Kenya really has just two tribes: the rich and the poor. Read more »
Kenya: The Somali Woman Hoping to Make History
As Kenyans go to the polls today, could Sophia Abdi Noor become the first ever Somali woman to be voted in to the Kenyan parliament? Read more »
March 01, 2013
South Sudan: Aid Groups Rush Food Relief to Jonglei State
The UN warns that the cycle of violence in Jonglei state must be stopped as the most recent victims of violence are brought humanitarian aid. Read more »
February 22, 2013
Kenya: Nubians in Kenya - a People Denied
Despite a long history in Kenya, Nubians struggle to be recognised as Kenyans and to enjoy the rights and support than come with citizenship. Read more »
Southern Africa: Madagascar's Political Crisis - How SADC Saved the Day?
Since Andry Rajoelina's de facto coup in 2009, SADC has taken the lead in mediating Madagascar's political crisis. This year will finally see elections. Read more »
February 21, 2013
Djibouti: Country Heads to the Polls - the Troubling Illusion
After tomorrow's vote, Djibouti is likely to have a parliamentary opposition for the first time since independence. But will this seemingly positive step help alleviate… Read more »
East Africa: Easy Money? East Africa's Eurobond Dream
A number of East African nations are hoping to generate extra finances by issuing Eurobonds. But while this could beneficial, it could also be risky. Read more »
Africa: Radio Propaganda and the Broadcasting of Hatred
Keith Somerville's analysis of radio propaganda answers a lot of questions about the 'what' hate propaganda is, but avoids many deeper and more interesting questions. Read more »
February 19, 2013
Kenya: Somalis Face Urban Ejection
Kenyan authorities have demanded the return of Somali urban refugees to camps such as Dadaab. But will the controversial policy really improve internal security? Read more »
Uganda: Missed Opportunity in the Oil Debates
Despite parliamentary forthrightness around Uganda's oil initially, President Museveni has shown he still holds all the power. Read more »
February 14, 2013
Somalia: New Friends, Old Debts, and the Road to Recovery
With Somalia seemingly en route to recovery, what obstacles remain in its path? Read more »
February 12, 2013
Uganda: How Has Museveni Stayed in Power?
Think Africa Press' editor explains the dynamics behind the Ugandan president's support from the West, domestic control and staying power. Read more »
February 06, 2013
South Sudan: Govt's Oil-for-Food Gambit
Part of South Sudan's plan for growth involves joining the EAC. But could a resulting influx of skilled labour and cheap goods do more harm than good? Read more »
February 01, 2013
Uganda: Museveni, the Military and Parliament
President Museveni and other high-level officials have warned of a military coup to "refocus the country's future". What does this mean? Read more »