Africa – Page 32 – Prologue Journal

Using Dance to Tell the Story of Mozambique’s Struggles

New York Times Mozambique’s most influential contemporary choreographer uses bodies in motion to artfully — and clearly — trace the complex recent history of his country. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/15/world/africa/mozambique-dance-choreographer-canda.html

Another Cocktail Festival, but a Different Continent: Africa

New York Times Plans are afoot for Ajabu, which will draw bartenders from around the world to focus on Africa’s contributions. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/13/dining/drinks/africa-ajabu-cocktail-festival.html

Errant Airstrikes by Nigeria’s Military Have Killed Worshipers, Herders and Refugees

New York Times The U.S.-backed Nigerian military has been killing civilians in airstrikes at an alarming pace, security analysts and human rights advocates say, with little accountability. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/12/world/africa/nigeria-military-air-strikes.html

Zulu King’s Reign Is in Doubt After South Africa Court Ruling

New York Times King Misuzulu’s claim to the throne in a storied monarchy has been the subject of a bitter family feud. The drama has captivated a nation that is home to about 14 million Zulus. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/12/world/africa/zulu-king-south-africa.html

How Africans Are Changing French — One Joke, Rap and Book at a Time

New York Times More than 60 percent of French speakers now live in Africa. Despite growing resentment at France, Africans are contributing to the evolution and spread of the French language. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/12/world/africa/africa-french-language.html

Kenya Hit by Third Major Blackout in Four Months

New York Times The outages have raised widespread concerns in a country already grappling with discontent over a worsening economic situation. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/11/world/africa/kenya-blackout.html

New Sickle Cell Therapies Will Be Out of Reach Where They Are Needed Most

New York Times There is no clear path for African patients to get access to the treatments, which have multimillion-dollar price tags and are highly complex to manufacture and deliver. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/08/health/casgevy-lyfgenia-sickle-cell-africa.html

Seychelles Declares State of Emergency After Blast at Explosives Depot

New York Times The explosion, which caused “massive damage,” followed destruction caused by recent flooding, authorities said. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/07/world/africa/seychelles-explosion-emergency.html

Nigeria’s President Calls for Inquiry After Military Strike Kills at Least 85 Civilians

New York Times Many of the victims were women and children gathered for a religious celebration. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu described the attack as a “bombing mishap.” https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/05/world/africa/nigeria-strike-civilians.html

After Watching 10 Migrants Die at Sea, He Now Pleads: ‘Stay’

New York Times Witness to a tragedy on a boat to Spain, Moustapha Diouf has made it his mission to persuade young people not to emigrate from Senegal, but even he concedes that it’s getting harder to make his case. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/02/world/africa/senegal-migrants-europe.html