Why the DRC's army and police aren't yet ready to protect citizens: Riot police on the outskirts of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. EPA/Nic BothmaThe Democratic Republic of Congo is trying to find its footing after a contentious presidential election in December 2018. These elections were preceded by months of political upheaval and poll delays. President Felix … [Read more...] about Why the DRC’s army and police aren’t yet ready to protect citizens | The Conversation
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Parties aren’t taking big issues seriously in South Africa’s election campaign | The Conversation
Parties aren't taking big issues seriously in South Africa's election campaign: Mmusi Maimane, leader of South Africa's main opposition party, the Democratic Alliance, on the campaign trail. EFE-EPA /Kim LudbrookDemocracy is meant to be a system in which political parties compete to convince the people that they have answers to their most pressing problems. South Africa’s … [Read more...] about Parties aren’t taking big issues seriously in South Africa’s election campaign | The Conversation
Why ‘money’ gospel followers aren’t simply credulous dupes | The Conversation
Why 'money' gospel followers aren't simply credulous dupes: Not many knew Prophet Shepherd Bushiri until three people died in a stampede at his Enlightened Christian Gathering Church in Pretoria. FacebookThe prosperity gospel is back in the news in South Africa, this time over the misdeeds of one of its prophets. The prosperity gospel is a religious movement that has exploded … [Read more...] about Why ‘money’ gospel followers aren’t simply credulous dupes | The Conversation
Ramaphosa’s plans aren’t enough to adequately tackle violent crime in South Africa | The Conversation
Ramaphosa's plans aren't enough to adequately tackle violent crime in South Africa: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa during his 2019 State of the Nation Address. GCIS/GovernmentZA/Flickr, CC BY-NDSouth African President Cyril Ramaphosa used his State of the Nation Address on February 7 to outline his relatively new government’s actions and plans. Ramaphosa focused … [Read more...] about Ramaphosa’s plans aren’t enough to adequately tackle violent crime in South Africa | The Conversation
South Africa’s children aren’t getting the mental health care they need | The Conversation
South Africa's children aren't getting the mental health care they need: Mental health clinics exist in South Africa's public health sector, but children with ADHD often never reach them. ShutterstockAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has received increased scientific, clinical and public attention over the past few decades. It’s the most common psychiatric … [Read more...] about South Africa’s children aren’t getting the mental health care they need | The Conversation
