US-China battle for Africa’s resources
Africa is emerging as a key battleground in the intensifying economic rivalry between the United States and China, particularly over critical mineral resources. New data show US companies sharply increased investment in Africa in 2023, briefly outpacing China after years of fluctuation. Yet analysts caution that US investment remains profit-driven and inconsistent, while China’s state-backed strategy favors […]
How return migration reshaped marriage in Botswana
Labor migration has long shaped family life in Botswana, as men left home to work in South Africa’s mines while women managed households alone. Over time, many wives became de facto heads of families, gaining economic independence and social authority within a deeply patriarchal culture. However, when men later returned—through retirement, retrenchment, or national shifts—the balance often […]
Zambia’s new parliamentary law sparks debate
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema has approved constitutional changes expanding parliament just months ahead of the 2026 elections, triggering sharp debate at home. The new law increases lawmakers from 167 to about 280, creates additional constituencies, reserves 40 seats for women, youth, and people with disabilities, and expands presidential appointments. While Hichilema argues this improves governance and service […]
