The township was once a symbol of united resistance to a racist regime in South Africa. Now it embodies the class divisions in the country’s black majority.
Tag: Corruption (Institutional)
Haiti Gripped by Violent Protests Amid Calls for President’s Ouster
Streets, schools and banks were closed throughout the country, bringing the economy to a standstill. “President Jovenel Moise is not doing anything for us, just killing us,” said a protester.
Two Blows Are Dealt to Ukrainian Leader’s Clean-Government Image
In a setback for President Volodymyr Zelensky, international lenders criticized government corruption and left Kiev without a deal. A top aide also stepped down.
Afghanistan Presidential Vote Presses On Despite Concerns About Legitimacy
Accusations of systemic fraud and fears of Taliban threats have compromised an election that is likely to have the fewest voters since the first presidential vote in 2004.
How Did Ukraine Land in the Middle of an American Political Drama?
For the second time in three years, Ukraine has been caught in the glare of American news cameras.
Who Is Volodymyr Zelensky, the Ukraine President in the Trump Impeachment Crisis?
Mr. Zelensky acted in a comedy before becoming Ukraine’s president, and has been thrust into the center of the American debate.
Ukraine’s President Says Call With Trump Was ‘Normal’
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine, unwillingly entangled in an impeachment inquiry in the United States, said, “I don’t want to be involved in the democratic elections of U.S.A.”
The Other TV Personality-Turned-President in the Ukraine Case
Volodymyr Zelensky, who acted in a comedy before becoming Ukraine’s president, has been thrust into the center of the American impeachment debate.
Romania Pushes to Be Treated as a Fully Fledged E.U. Member
More than 12 years after joining the bloc, the country’s leaders say it has made progress against corruption and deserves expanded rights for travel and trade.
Rare Protests Against Egypt’s Leader Erupt in Cairo and Elsewhere
Hundreds of young people, responding to online calls for demonstrations against President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, chanted “Down with Sisi” and “Leave now.”