Prof. Olusola Oyewole: African Universities hold key to development, but only with bold reforms
A major concern is the outdated curricula in African universities. Prof. Oyewole explained that “many programs in African universities are a mix of colonial models and nationalist inputs that made sense decades ago.”
The student-to-faculty...
BOOK REVIEW: Bemba Dynasty 2 – Hard questions about loyalty, betrayal
Book Title: Bemba Dynasty 2
Author: Prof. Charles Mwewa
Reviewer: Stephen Misori
Buy it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ465YC1
In Bemba land, a historical narrative unfolds rich in political intrigue, forbidden love, and cultural transformation. At its core is the exploration...
Extraction and exploitation: Why Small-scale farmers need social workers’ support to free them
Most social problems arise from lopsided policies and the extraction and exploitation by marketing boards and brokers.
The marketing boards cream off the small-scale farmers' surplus, paying for their overheads, trips abroad, and salaries.
Individuals alone...
Honour, Duty, and Justice: Pillars of credible governance in Kenya
The Kenyan national anthem embodies the principle of honour through its invocation of divine guidance and the plea for blessings on the nation and its people.
It is the recognition that political power is not...
AUDA-NEPAD’s Estherine Lisinge-Fotabong acknowledges hurdles, celebrates CAADP progress
As the Malabo Declaration comes to an end this year paving way for the Kampala Conference in early 2025, she noted optimism that perennial hunger will be eradicated on the face of the continent.
The...
Let’s walk the talk in reviewing Agriculture in Africa, AUC Commissioner makes passionate appeal
Sacko, who has served two terms as the Africa Union Commission (AUC) Commissioner, urged African nations to create job opportunities by empowering rural communities to engage in sustainable food production.
The Commissioner of AUC-DARBE, criticised...
Duty, Dignity, and Decency: Redefining Kenyan policing in the face of brutality
Peaceful protests are a fundamental right, and any use of violence against protesters is a violation of this right.
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) plays a crucial role in investigating cases of police...
Food Insecurity in Africa: Challenges, causes and comprehensive solutions
Some regions have received less than 50% of their usual annual rainfall, exacerbating the continent's food insecurity crisis.
Global warming is the increase in earth’s average surface temperature due to anthropogenic activities, primarily the emission...
Beyond the Shadows: Father Deo Mugenyi Atwooki’s lessons on reconciliation after inspiring Rwanda voyage
Fr. Deo contends that the principle of reconciliation and forgiveness presents itself over and over in his mind as he reflects on Rwanda.
Rwanda's story reminds us that no matter how deep the scars may...
Breaking Barriers: Accelerating women leadership in Africa’s clean energy sector
Given the stark disparities caused by climate change, prioritising women in Africa's green energy transition is crucial.
Empowering women in this field is not just about fairness; it is a strategic necessity for achieving energy...
