insert_link Africa Hotbed of corruption: Kenya’s elite have captured the state – unrest is inevitable By Gedion Onyango, London School of Economics and Political Science A strong undercurrent driving the unprecedented anti-tax protests in Kenya is outrage over theft of public resources coupled with the extravagant lifestyles of public servants. There are widespread frustrations that President William Ruto also failed to deliver on his electoral promises to address corruption. He’s even earned a new nickname — “Zakayo”, a reference […] todayJuly 1, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s public service is dysfunctional – the 5 main reasons why By Marcel Nagar, University of Johannesburg A public policy works well if it’s a good policy and if it’s carried out well. Politicians make policy and specialist bureaucrats in the public service carry it out. These appointed officials are supposed to follow a strict professional and ethical code of conduct. Over the past 30 years, South Africa has not had this kind of public service. Public […] todayMay 17, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Geingob advocated for justice, equality and prosperity for all: Pieter The Popular Democratic Movement’s coordinator for the ||Kharas Region, Charles Pieter, has said the late President Hage Geingob’s unwavering dedication to public service inspired generations and left an indelible imprint on the fabric of society. Pieter, who was speaking here on Wednesday during the ||Kharas Region memorial service in honour of Geingob, said throughout the late president’s tenure he championed causes close to people’s hearts, tirelessly advocating […] todayFebruary 22, 2024 9
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
