Africa – Page 44 – Prologue Journal

Omdurman, Sudan, Becomes Center of New Phase of War

New York Times Fierce fighting has erupted in the city of Omdurman, across the Nile from the capital, Khartoum, in a desperate battle to control supply routes. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/11/world/africa/sudan-war.html

Millions Danced Joyfully to Her Song. She Drew on Her Pain to Write It.

New York Times Nomcebo Zikode, the South African singer of the pandemic hit “Jerusalema” that inspired a global dance challenge, wrote the chorus while battling her own depression. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/07/world/africa/jerusalema-nomcebo-zikode-south-africa.html

‘Once Upon a Time in Uganda’ Review: When Ragtag Met Rambo

New York Times A new documentary tells how a Ugandan filmmaker and an American producer have reshaped African cinema. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/06/movies/once-upon-a-time-in-uganda-review.html

Americans Tried to Save Elephants in Zambia. Were They the Good Guys?

New York Times A visit to a remote conservation park reveals the long-term impact on villagers of a crusade by the novelist Delia Owens and her husband to protect animals from poachers. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/06/world/africa/zambia-conservation-delia-owens.html

At Least 16 Killed in Gas Leak in Boksburg, South Africa

New York Times A cylinder of a type of gas often linked to illegal mining was found in a shack at an encampment near the city of Boksburg, an emergency services official said. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/05/world/africa/south-africa-gas-leak.html

Macky Sall, Senegal’s Leader, Says He Won’t Run for Third Term

New York Times Macky Sall had considered seeking a third term in the West African country despite a constitutional limit of two. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/03/world/africa/senegal-president-third-term.html

Botswana and De Beers Sign Deal to Continue Rich Diamond Partnership

New York Times The parties reached an interim agreement to renew their longstanding relationship, but say they’re still working out the details. It is unclear how much it will benefit Botswana, the world’s second largest diamond producer. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/01/world/africa/botswana-de-beers-diamond-deal.html

Paul Rusesabagina Speaks Out on His Captivity in Rwanda

New York Times In his first interview since his release from prison, the hotelier-turned-dissident spoke about how he was duped by a Rwandan government informant, and his plans to disregard an agreement to stay quiet. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/30/world/africa/paul-rusesabagina-hotel-rwanda-interview.html

Can Russia Tame Wagner in Africa Without Destroying It?

New York Times The mercenary group is so deeply enmeshed in the Central African Republic and several other nations that it can’t be easily replaced, experts say. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/29/world/africa/central-african-republic-wagner-africa-syria.html

Botswana Supplies the World With Diamonds. It Wants More of the Profits.

New York Times Botswana, in southern Africa, has partnered with the London-based diamond giant De Beers for decades. Many in the country are pushing to get a better deal from the industry. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/29/world/africa/botswana-diamonds-de-beers.html