African Arguments
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A small indigenous group offers an example of how to save the world
In South Africa, the Gumbi have not only conserved essential biodiversity but created plenty of jobs in the process. When it comes to biodiversity, ... -
“Who said oppressive gatekeepers can’t come from within?” 2020 AKO Caine Prize nominees (Part II)
In the second of our three-part interview, we talked to the shortlisted writers about the politics of prizes and reading. Welcome to Part II ... -
“Our African colleagues”: On the limits of diversity in development
Institutional racism is about power. It cannot be changed by simply hiring people of colour or putting them on the cover of annual reports. ... -
Why the attack on civil liberties in Africa is a matter of life and death
During the pandemic more than ever, having a free press is a matter of life and death. Today, nearly every African country holds multiparty ... -
“We’re all at sea”: Meet the 2020 AKO Caine Prize nominees (Part I)
In the first of our three-part interview, we talked to the shortlisted writers about joy and writing. In some ways, the Caine Prize for ... -
Who is guilty of rape? The Council of Common Sense has a verdict!
From the Wit-hole countries is African Arguments’ satirical section. It’s the news, but absurd. It’s sometimes better than the real thing, sometimes not quite real, ... -
The Impact of Casinos on African Tourism
Casinos have become more than just places to gamble—they are now key players in Africa’s growing tourism industry. With their unique appeal, they attract ... -
They survived Ebola. Now they want to teach others to survive COVID-19.
Ebola survivors across West Africa could be a very useful knowledge resource to governments in their pandemic response strategies. Will they take the opportunity? ... -
We condemn all police brutality except our own!
From the Wit-hole countries is African Arguments’ satirical section. It’s the news, but absurd. It’s sometimes better than the real thing, sometimes not quite real, ... -
The (un)surprising effectiveness of African mediation efforts
Do African solutions to African problems work? I crunched the numbers. If you type “African solutions to African problems” into Google Scholar, the top ...
