The prices have climbed to their highest level since 2011, according to a U.N. index. It could cause social unrest “on a widespread scale,” one expert said.
Tag: Africa
President of Guinea-Bissau Reasserts Control After Fears of Another Coup in Africa
Military leaders have taken power in five African countries in the last 18 months, but Guinea-Bissau — a small coastal nation no stranger to coups — appears to have just staved one off.
As Waste Rises in Senegal, So Does Plastic Recycling
Plagued by plastic pollution, Senegal wants to replace pickers at the garbage dump with a formal recycling system that takes advantage of the new market for plastics.
Burkina Faso and 5 Other Coups in Africa, Explained
Burkina Faso this week joined a list of countries that have recently experienced military takeovers — most plagued by insecurity, poor governance and frustrated youth. But there’s no one-size-fits-all explanation.
Rich Countries Lure Health Workers From Low-Income Nations to Fight Shortages
Huge pay incentives and immigration fast-tracks are leading many to leave countries whose health systems urgently need their expertise.
Gunfire Rattles Burkina Faso’s Capital as Soldiers Revolt
The government denied rumors of a coup, but soldiers who want changes to the fight against Islamists appear to have taken control of several military bases.
On Day Biden Calls Ethiopia’s Leader to Urge Peace, a Drone Strike Kills 17
The attack came days after over 50 people were killed in a strike on a refugee camp, highlighting the growing role of armed drones in a destructive war.
In South Africa, Success Against H.I.V. Offers Hope
A former Africa correspondent, who covered the height of the AIDS epidemic there 15 years ago, finds lessons in the remarkable progress against that virus for our current fight.
In Southern Africa, Success Against H.I.V. Offers Hope for Beating Back Another Virus
A former Africa correspondent, who covered the height of the AIDS epidemic there 15 years ago, finds lessons in the remarkable progress against that virus for our current fight.
In ‘African Origin’ Show at Met, New Points of Light Across Cultures
Holdings from Ancient Egypt and sub-Saharan Africa come together in a masterpiece show. Now the Met should make clear how the wondrous works got here.