High stakes but low expectations ahead of Ghana’s general election
Ghana

High stakes but low expectations ahead of Ghana’s general election

Ghanaians are getting ready to vote on December 7 amid a sense of apathy, frustration, and cautious hope

Nicholas Mwangi
December 5, 2024
Abahlali baseMjondolo reaffirms people’s democracy in its National Elective Congress
South Africa

Abahlali baseMjondolo reaffirms people’s democracy in its National Elective Congress

The shack dwellers movement elected a new leadership body and reaffirmed their struggle against neoliberalism and for dignity.

Nicholas Mwangi
November 29, 2024
Communist Party Marxist Kenya charts a new way forward for a “for a truly independent socialist Kenya”
Kenya

Communist Party Marxist Kenya charts a new way forward for a “for a truly independent socialist Kenya”

In the second congress of the CPM-K, delegates called for the continuation of the National Democratic Revolution and asserted that socialism is the only path forward.

Nicholas Mwangi
November 22, 2024
Election results spark protests and unrest in Mozambique
Mozambique

Election results spark protests and unrest in Mozambique

Protests have erupted in Mozambique following the release of the electoral results, though the roots lie in long-standing discontent with the status quo

Nicholas Mwangi
November 14, 2024
Abahlali baseMjondolo condemns forced evictions in South Africa
South Africa

Abahlali baseMjondolo condemns forced evictions in South Africa

100 days into the Government of National Unity, the shack dwellers movement condemns a sharp uptick in forced evictions in informal settlements

Nicholas Mwangi
November 9, 2024
African Union 2025 elections are a contest of prestige and clout, not continental vision
Africa

African Union 2025 elections are a contest of prestige and clout, not continental vision

The elections for African Union Commission Chairperson are set for February 2025, yet it seems that candidates’ are more focused on the possible symbolic victory rather than a chance to build continental unity and challenge western dominance.

Nicholas Mwangi
November 1, 2024
Students and peasants in Tanzania join hands to mark World Food Sovereignty Day
Tanzania

Students and peasants in Tanzania join hands to mark World Food Sovereignty Day

MVIWATA brought together students and farmers for activities to discuss the importance of agroecology and food sovereignty across Tanzania and Africa.

Nicholas Mwangi
October 29, 2024
Kenyan activists honor protesters killed by police on Mashujaa Day
Kenya

Kenyan activists honor protesters killed by police on Mashujaa Day

The national holiday was established 61 years ago to honor the heroes from the national liberation struggle and those who have contributed to the development of the country.

Nicholas Mwangi
October 24, 2024