John McDermott, Chief Africa correspondent for The Economist and based in Johannesburg, delves into the recent unrest in South Africa, sparked by the imprisonment of former President Jacob Zuma. He discusses how political divisions and social media have fueled violence, reflecting on the ramifications for the nation's stability. The conversation also touches on the complexities of administering COVID-19 booster shots and the disparities in global vaccine access. Lastly, McDermott highlights the challenges facing Major League Baseball in engaging younger audiences.
Widespread looting and the worst violence since apartheid continue, exposing ethnic divisions and the persistent influence of Jacob Zuma, a former president. How to quell the tensions? As some countries administer third covid-19 “booster shots” we ask about the epidemiological and moral cases for and against them. And the bids to reverse the decline of America’s national pastime.