African Arguments
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“Back to the former lies”: Sudan reverts to media repression post-coup
When the military seized power on 25 October, one of the first casualties was Sudan’s newfound freedom of expression. On 17 November, journalist Ali ... -
Why the people picked Barrow again in Gambia’s best-run elections ever
Having voted for dramatic change in removing Yahya Jammeh in the previous elections, this time the country opted for continuity. On 5 December, The ... -
Africa’s quest for food security must be premised on continent’s realities
While there’s an urgent need to improve productivity, emphasis should be laid on ridding the food systems of inequality. Lately, there have been quite ... -
The best African albums of 2021
In a world forever changed by COVID-19, music remained one of the most accessible comforts. Even when it was not possible to share music ... -
Archiving micro-kindnesses and everyday heroism in South Africa
2021 has been a hard year in South Africa and everyday people have taken strain. But it’s easy to forget that, amidst the multitude ... -
The best African films of 2021
After the shutdowns of the last year, 2021 saw movies make a comeback. Productions picked up once again in several countries. Theatres sprung back ... -
Uganda’s regime is not the solution to insecurity. It’s part of the problem
Despite its reputation as a beacon of stability, the government itself is the main source of violence and terror for many Ugandans. Earlier this ... -
Kenyan students keep setting their schools on fire. Where’s the alarm?
Students setting dozens if not hundreds of schools on fire each year is no longer surprising. What’s shocking is the government’s apathy. When the ... -
The best African books of 2021
African writers have outdone themselves again, bringing us literary gems across genres. Here are our 20 top books of the year, in no particular ...
