Shades of Brazil as anti-corruption drive in South Africa turns nasty: Julius Malema and his Economic Freedom Fighter are using President Cyril Ramaphosa's anti-corruption campaign against him. EPA-EFE/Kevin SutherlandWhat better way to derail an anti-corruption campaign than to beat it at its own game? You might damage or derail democracy in the process, but that is the … [Read more...] about Shades of Brazil as anti-corruption drive in South Africa turns nasty | The Conversation
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The link between violence against women and children matters. Here’s why | The Conversation
The link between violence against women and children matters. Here's why: Violence against children hinders them from reaching their full potential. shutterstockNearly half of women across South Africa are subjected to violence by an intimate partner. This in turn negatively affects about one in four children. A child who is exposed to violence in the home also risks being … [Read more...] about The link between violence against women and children matters. Here’s why | The Conversation
Domestic violence and social status: a Kenyan case study | The Conversation
Domestic violence and social status: a Kenyan case study: Over 47% of women in Kenya have experienced physical or sexual violence by their partner Chaiyapong/ShutterstockThe rate of domestic violence in sub-Saharan Africa is among the highest in the world. Over 47% of women in Kenya have experienced physical or sexual violence. This is higher than pooled estimates from 81 … [Read more...] about Domestic violence and social status: a Kenyan case study | The Conversation
Study sheds light on scourge of “fake” news in Africa | The Conversation
Study sheds light on scourge of "fake" news in Africa: Nigerians have the lowest trust in the country's media, thanks to widespread misinformation. EPA/Ahmed JallanzoConcerns about “fake news” have dominated discussions about the relationship between the media and politics in the developed world in recent years. The extraordinary amount of attention paid in scholarship … [Read more...] about Study sheds light on scourge of “fake” news in Africa | The Conversation
Children with albinism find it hard to navigate school. Teachers can help. | The Conversation
Children with albinism find it hard to navigate school. Teachers can help.: In Tanzania, only half of the children with albinism complete primary school. ShutterstockGlobally, 1 in 18,000 people have albinism. In sub-Saharan Africa it’s more common, with data from Tanzania showing that 1 person in 2,652 has albinism. According to Standing Voice, an international … [Read more...] about Children with albinism find it hard to navigate school. Teachers can help. | The Conversation
