Mauritius is the latest nation to decriminalise same-sex relations in a divided continent
The Mauritian Supreme Court found that section 250 of the 1838 Mauritius Criminal Code, which criminalises anal sex between two consenting adult men,...
Hamas-Israeli conflict: What’s at stake for Egypt
Egypt performs a balancing act in managing relations between Israel and Palestine.
Libya dam collapse: engineering expert raises questions about management
In Libya’s case, bad management appears to have been the cause of the dam’s collapse.
Morocco’s earthquake wasn’t unexpected – building codes must plan for them
Seismic activity and its phenomena, like earthquakes, are not unusual in Morocco.
Mangosuthu Buthelezi was a man of immense political talent and contradictions
A man of immense talent, and contradictions, Buthelezi anticipated in his politics the variegated allegiances of power and interest that...
Gabon coup: Bongo’s rule ended by failed promises and shifting alliances
The Bongo family’s 56 year hold on power in Gabon was abruptly brought to an end with a military coup...
The Wagner Group mercenary revolt in Russia could give Putin an exit ramp from Ukraine
The Wagner Group now claims to control key military facilities in Rostov-on-Don, the headquarters of Russia’s southern military district.
Shaka Zulu is back in pop culture – how the famous king has been portrayed over the decades
The subject of a hit 1980s TV show and of many books, Shaka is reframed by each generation. Now he’s back in popular...
South Africa’s drinking water quality has dropped because of defective infrastructure and neglect – new report
A report released by the South African government paints a grim picture of the overall quality of South Africa's drinking water.
Should I get the flu vaccine? South African experts say yes – here’s why
The flu vaccine remains the most effective method to prevent severe illness. South African epidemiologists say.
Kenya cult deaths: A new era in the battle against religious extremism
Fathima Azmiya Badurdeen, who has studied the drivers of religious extremism, particularly among violent extremist groups in the east African...
New study shows almost half of Johannesburg students screened positive for probable depression
The study estimated that 24.2% of Johannesburg university students have mild depression, while 12.4% have moderate to severe depression.
The empire sings back: The deep history behind South African soprano Pretty Yende’s triumph
Pretty Yende's inimitable style must have mesmerised King Charles because he reportedly extended a personal invitation to perform at his coronation.
Profit versus health: Four ways big global industries make people sick
These four industries account for at least one-third of global preventable deaths.
ICC arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin: A king-size dilemma for South Africa
The issue could come to a head in August when South Africa hosts the 15th summit of the BRICS bloc...
Amapiano Awards: South Africa’s dance music scene spreads its joy across the world
The annual Amapiano Awards are now an established event in South Africa’s music calendar.
Polio: Leading virologist offers a beginner’s guide to the different viruses and vaccines
The Conversation Africa’s Wale Fatade spoke to virologist Oyewale Tomori, who maps out the terrain of polioviruses, and their mutations,...
The world is hooked on junk food: Here’s how big companies pull it off
This rise in advertising has contributed to a growing global obesity crisis as well as nutrition deficiencies as more and...
Cannabis industry plans for South Africa have stalled: How to get them moving again
Currently farmers in South Africa grow hemp and cannabis indoors under controlled conditions. The commercialisation would allow larger scale growth.
Industries can harm health in many ways: Here are three that aren’t so obvious
Research shows that some commercial products and practices are directly linked to avoidable ill health,
What does Trump’s indictment mean for his political future – and the strength of US democracy?
The indictment of former US President Donald Trump on criminal charges has been a possibility since the start of his...
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