African Arguments
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Reducing risk for whom? Neocolonial patterns in Western academia
On the many unintended consequences of Western universities’ risk assessment policies. Over the last few years, there have been several high-profile cases of academics ... -
How Mauritius’ unique political culture helped it beat COVID-19
When a welfare state and good neighbours prove their worth. Read all our COVID-19 coverage Every day at 6pm, one of the co-author’s 10-year-old ... -
Fighting continues in Anglophone Cameroon despite COVID-19 concerns
Government raids have displaced people, increasing risks of transmission. Separatist attacks have impeded humanitarian and public health efforts. Read all our COVID-19 coverage For ... -
This is how the youth is mobilising tech during COVID19
During the crisis, young people are innovating and disrupting. These trends should be supported even after the pandemic. Read all our COVID-19 coverage The ... -
Last month could’ve been a real turning point for Africa-China ties
But it wasn’t. Instead of using the maltreatment of Africans in China as an opportunity to take a more assertive stance, Africa’s leaders let ... -
Freetown just implemented a new tax system that could quintuple revenue
Here’s how it works. In the next few weeks, residents of Freetown are expecting to receive new property tax bills as part of a ... -
How African countries are dealing with elections during COVID-19
Five countries have gone ahead with elections. Nine have postponed. A dozen more are up in the air. Read all our COVID-19 coverage Despite ... -
Where is President Biya? COVID-19 in Cameroon
Confirmed COVID-19 cases are rapidly increasing in Cameroon. Yet, the president has barely been seen. Read all our COVID-19 coverage As the COVID-19 pandemic ... -
Tanzania: How long can its COVID-19 strategy hold?
With neighbours tightening their borders and internal criticism growing, President Magufuli’s government finds itself increasingly isolated. Read all our COVID-19 coverage Before the coronavirus ... -
Is Nigeria ready for a superapp?
Ride-hailing, food deliveries, digital payments, loans. Opera does it all and more. Can consumers keep up? More to the point, can regulators? In Nigeria, ...
