Africa Daily

Kenya’s largest refugee camps are shutting down.Combined, the Dadaab and Kakuma camps are home to more than 410,000 people.But the Kenyan government has suggested these camps have become a security risk.Both camps have been run with the help of the United Nations.And their refugee agency has now been given 14 days to come up with a closure plan.But how easy will it be to move that many people amid a pandemic? Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter)#AfricaDaily

Should hijabs be allowed in mission schools?Tensions are running high in Kwara state, Nigeria. Churches, schools, and shops have been attacked. Scuffles have been reported.It all started when ten mission schools refused entry to Muslim girls wearing their hijabs.Christians in the community say the veils go against the foundations of these schools.Muslims families argue their rights, as Nigerian citizens, have been trampled on.But how deep do these tensions run? And what can Nigeria do about them?Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter)#AfricaDaily

Streaming African films has never been easier.Platforms like Netflix have been putting good money into films from across the continent.For directors and actors, this is a welcome chance for them to share their work with the world.And, amid a pandemic, it also gave them some unexpected income when the sets shut down.But not everyone agrees these big new players are changing the industry for the better.So, is Netflix really a lifeline for the African film industry?Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter)#AfricaDaily

They leave a trail of chaos and destruction.A group of insurgents calling themselves “al-Shabab” are waging war in northern Mozambique.They’re linked to the Islamic State group and accused of heinous crimes – including beheadings.The violence got so serious, Mozambique has even looked abroad for help.But how did this insurgency begin? And what do these militants want?Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter)#AfricaDaily

Welcome to the pandemic Olympics. First, the Tokyo Olympics were postponed for a year because of Covid-19. Now, international fans are being told to stay home to avoid spreading the virus. The pandemic has changed the face of the Olympics in ways that no one could have anticipated. But speak to the athletes hoping to bring home some gold, and you’ll see their excitement is real. So how is the continent gearing up for the Games? And how different will it look? Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter) #AfricaDaily

30 years in office – and counting.Young Chadians have only known one president for their whole lives: Idriss Deby. He came to power in a coup, back in 1990, and has remained in power ever since.Now, he’s running for president again: if elected, this could be his sixth term in office.In the last few weeks, anti-government protests were banned and internet access limited.And this has only added to the anger of those Chadians who feel “enough is enough”.So, how did Mr Deby manage to stay in power for so long?Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter)#AfricaDaily

Enough with the snacks: Africa’s got an obesity problem.And this is leading to major health issues like heart and liver disease across the continent. At a glance, this might seem rather peculiar, considering malnutrition is still a huge issue in Africa. So, what exactly is going on? How did obesity become a problem in countries known for their incredible produce and healthy, balanced diets? Where did it all wrong?And more importantly: what can we all do about it?Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter)#AfricaDaily

Why travel to a war-torn country?Yemen’s been going through a nasty civil war for most of the last decade. The situation’s got so bad, aid agencies have described it as the “world’s worst humanitarian crisis”. But despite all this, several thousands of East Africans are still travelling there.They risk their lives crossing the Red Sea, only to face possible detention on arrival.So, why are they making this dangerous journey? And is it really worth it?Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter)#AfricaDaily

What’s John Magufuli up to?It’s been more than two weeks since Tanzanians last saw their president. Opposition politicians have suggested that he’s in a serious condition, after supposedly contracting Covid-19.But several members of his government have said the president’s in good health. They’ve described allegations of his supposed illness as “rumours”. And yet, there’s still no actual sign of the president: no photos, interviews, or public appearances.So, what do we actually know about the president’s whereabouts? Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter)#AfricaDaily

Salons shut. DIY haircuts. Lockdowns throughout the continent have forced salons and barber shops to shut their doors. Without them, many of us have had to find creative ways to keep our looks sharp. And, for shrewd businesses, this has been an opportunity like no other. In online tutorials or home care products, they have found new sources of much-needed cash. But will this be enough to keep the hair care industry afloat amid the pandemic? Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter) #AfricaDaily