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Democracy: Zambia's recently concluded 2026 elections have raised fears of democratic backsliding, particularly following the arrest and subsequent treason charges against Brian Mundubile, the main challenger to President Hakainde Hichilema. Photo: Mutinta Hichilema
AFRICAN POLITICS

From hope to fear: A tale of Zambia's democracy in contrast with other States

An analysis of Zambia's democratic trajectory following the 2026 elections, contrasting its civic space and challenges with governance trends across Africa.

  • Robert Kigongo
6 min read
Former president Nelson Mandela.
MANDELA DAY

An open letter to Madiba

Dearest Madiba I write this article to mark Mandela Day (18 July) and hope my words reach you wherever you are in the heavens. In this month 16 years ago (on 11 July 2010) you…

  • Zubeida Jaffer
6 min read
Deeply human: Swati Mandela-Dlamini and Zaziwe Manaway in The Trials of Winnie Mandela S1. Photo: Netflix
WINNIE MANDELA

‘The Trials of Winnie Mandela’: beyond the single story

Explore 'The Trials of Winnie Mandela', a Netflix documentary that offers an authentic, nuanced portrayal of one of South Africa's most fascinating and contested figures.…

  • Sello Hatang
10 min read