As international newsrooms retreat from conflict zones, who documents the truth? This article explores the growing role of activist journalists in Sudan, the opportunities they present, and the difficult questions they raise for accountability, credibility and the future of conflict reporting.
The lessons of Ukraine’s drone war are no longer confined to Europe. From the DRC to Mali, evidence suggests that drone expertise, technology and tactics are beginning to reshape conflict across Africa, altering the balance between state and non-state armed groups.
Uganda’s election-time internet shutdown was intended to curb disinformation, but it may have deepened mistrust instead. By cutting off access to news and verification tools, the ban hampered journalists, fuelled rumours and weakened confidence in the electoral process, raising questions about whether such measures protect democracy or undermine it.
Exploring how armed groups in Africa are using drones not just for combat, but as powerful tools of propaganda and influence.
Iran-backed Houthi ties with Somalia’s armed groups may accelerate drone proliferation and reshape regional conflict in the Horn of Africa.
Cyberattacks on aid groups highlight the urgent need for safer digital systems in Africa’s humanitarian sector.