Why the role of the media is so important to free and fair elections in Africa: Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga briefing the media in 2008 after post-election turmoil. Bernat Armangue/ReutersThe news media is usually one of first casualties of bungled or contested elections. From the recent US elections, the UK’s Brexit vote to Zambia’s controversial 2016 presidential … [Read more...] about Why the role of the media is so important to free and fair elections in Africa | The Conversation
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SA News: MTN’s Van Coller’s role changed to head of digital
MTN's Van Coller's role changed to head of digital: On Wednesday, Shuter used his first quarterly report since his arrival in March to commit to major investments in MTN’s largest markets of Nigeria, South Africa and Iran. Van Coller’s move “makes sense,” Peter Takaendesa, an analyst at Mergence ... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews We didn't even know they could toyi … [Read more...] about SA News: MTN’s Van Coller’s role changed to head of digital
Working for Water role critical amid EC water crisis
Working for Water role critical amid EC water crisis: WORKING FOR WETLANDS: Teams employed by Gamtoos Irrigation Board construct concrete weirs and other structures to conserve degraded peat wetlands in the Kromme River system. Photo: Supplied (Port Elizabeth) – As the water crisis in Nelson Mandela Bay and the surrounding region deepens, various Working for Water (WfW) … [Read more...] about Working for Water role critical amid EC water crisis
The role of NGOs in Africa: are they a force for good? | The Conversation
The role of NGOs in Africa: are they a force for good?: The not-for-profit sector continues to grow in Africa and across the world. ShutterstockNon-governmental organisations have become key actors in responding to poverty and related suffering. In Africa, NGOs play a leading role in providing health care and education. The non-profit sector continues to grow rapidly in … [Read more...] about The role of NGOs in Africa: are they a force for good? | The Conversation
Why medicinal plants could play an important role in treating malaria | The Conversation
Why medicinal plants could play an important role in treating malaria: Medicinal plants are a potential source of medicine to treat malaria. ShutterstockIt will take effective prevention, accurate and timely diagnosis and treatment to successfully eliminate malaria. But none of this will help if the causative agents become resistant to the drugs used for treatment. The … [Read more...] about Why medicinal plants could play an important role in treating malaria | The Conversation
