Sisi Afrika Magazine

‘This Government is Failing Me Too’: South Africa Compounds Legacy of Apartheid for Older People

According to the HRW report, the cumulative impact of racial discrimination under apartheid still affects older people today, and government policies are compounding this legacy.

by Thandisizwe Mgudlwa June 29, 2023June 29, 2023

Markets & Investments

Nigeria: The Dark Side of the Mobile Money System

Mobile money systems have effectively replaced cash and traditional bank accounts, enabling financial inclusion and improving the financial well-being of customers. The financial inclusion rate increased from 56.8% in 2016 to 63.2% in 2018. But it is important to recognise that these systems are not without challenges.

by The Conversation June 29, 2023June 28, 2023

Politics & Economy

Sudan Conflict: How China and Russia are involved and the differences between them

As clashes continue between the Sudanese military and rapid support forces, the current and historic role of foreign governments in Sudanese affairs is under close examination.

by Sisi Afrika Magazine - June 16, 2023June 15, 2023

Politics & Economy

Nigeria’s Security Situation is Worsening: what Tinubu’s Administration Needs to do About it

A recent survey showed that 77% of Nigerians felt unsafe in their country. The security situation in Nigeria has deteriorated over the past eight years. Every region of the country is affected.

by The Conversation June 9, 2023June 5, 2023

Big Tech Elections

Algorithms are Moulding and Shaping Our Politics. Here’s How to Avoid Being Gamed

The political content in our personal feeds not only represents the world and politics to us. It creates new, sometimes “alternative”, realities. It changes how we encounter and understand politics and even how we understand reality itself.

by The Conversation June 8, 2023June 5, 2023

Skills, Education & Training

Millions of Young South Africans are Jobless: Study Finds that Giving them ‘Soft’ Skills Like Networking Helps their Prospects

The country’s schooling system has failed young people, with many learners going through the basic education system without acquiring the necessary literacy and numeracy skills.

by The Conversation June 7, 2023June 5, 2023

Skills, Education & Training

Get-Rich-Quick Schemes, Pyramids and Ponzis: Five Signs You’re Being Scammed

Nothing beats the prospect of making easy money, and every now and again there seems to be a “get-rich-quick” scheme circulating on WhatsApp or on social media that seems legitimate. But it’s not.

by The Conversation June 6, 2023June 5, 2023

Markets & Investments

How Value Addition for Raw Shea has Become ‘Women’s Gold’ for an Entrepreneur in Côte d’Ivoire

Adding value to raw shea at home in Côte d'Ivoire was a great way for Mouahié Kouassi to apply her considerable education to create jobs, help the economy, and support a community. Now that her products are going international, her success is a reminder of the massive potential value of "women's gold".

by bird - African Stories Agency June 5, 2023June 5, 2023

Energy & Transport

In Pictures: Africa’s Leading Geothermal Energy Producer – The Olkaria Plant in Kenya

Africa's geothermal potential is huge, particularly in the Rift Valley, which extends from the Horn of Africa to Malawi. In East Africa alone, the potential capacity is over 20 GW. Kenya is the leading producer of geothermal energy in Africa and aims to produce over 50% of its power from geothermal energy by 2030.

by bird - African Stories Agency May 19, 2023May 15, 2023

Human Rights & Freedoms

Most East African Refugees are Hosted Close to Borders – It’s a Deliberate War Strategy

Of the more than 300 camps, nearly 70% are situated within 30km-50km of an international border

by The Conversation May 15, 2023May 15, 2023