Third time’s the harm: Africa’s crippling covid-19 wave

Join John McDermott, The Economist’s chief Africa correspondent, as he reveals the stark reality of Africa's COVID-19 crisis, detailing the severe impact on health systems and the vaccine race against time. Tamara Jilks-Boer, the U.S. policy correspondent, dives into the reading crisis in America, championing the phonics method, which shows promise in improving literacy. Plus, discover how smartphones are shaking up the film industry, enabling innovative storytelling from both veterans and novices alike.