Research On How People Move around Dakar
Africa’s major cities are growing at a rapid pace. In Dakar, Senegal’s capital, for instance, the population has almost doubled in 20 years, reaching 4 million inhabitants today. But in most metropolises, like Dakar, planning isn’t keeping up with the expansion. One example of this is the city’s transport system. Public transport plays a fundamental […]
Tanzania Unveils ‘Largest’ Ship in Great Lakes Region
Tanzania has floated a locally built cargo and passenger ship in the Lake Victoria port of its north-western city of Mwanza. The vessel, which the government says is the biggest in the Great Lakes region, is expected to improve transport between the East African countries that share the lake. The ship has the capacity to […]
Cameroon is Celebrating the 90th Birthday of its President
Paul Biya is now the world’s oldest head of government. Supporters say they hope he will extend his four decades in power when the next election comes in 2025. Opponents say Biya has become authoritarian and cite concerns about his health. Young people, especially students, have been forced to take part in Biya’s birthday activities. […]
“Pandemic Preparedness And Response (PPR): What This Means For Africa’s Health Sector!”
Given that the COVID-19 virus has reached its fourth year since it was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO), talks about pandemic preparedness and response (PPR) have been in the air for the past couple of months. Discussions on setting up the Pandemic Fund have seen development partners and other interest groups […]
