Rwandans are expected to re-elect Paul Kagame to a fourth term in next month’s presidential election. Having guided the country since he put an end to the genocide of the Tutsis in 1994, the president presents himself as a father figure, guaranteeing stability and prosperity for millions of citizens. For the past 24 years, he has been re-elected with no less than 93 percent of the vote. Most Rwandans under the age of 30 have only known Kagame as head of state. But many observers describe his regime, in which only one opposition party is tolerated, as authoritarian. Although the…
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A podcast interview with Matt de la Peña discussing The Perfect Place on The Growing Readers Podcast, a production of The Children’s Book Review. Award-winning author Matt de la Peña discusses his new picture book, The Perfect Place, exploring themes of class, self-acceptance, and the meaning of home. In this captivating episode, Matt takes us on a journey through the heart of his story. Listen as he shares the personal experiences that inspired this touching tale, offering a glimpse into his creative process. You’ll be treated to a special reading from the book, bringing the words to life in Matt’s…
Explore Illuminate Adelaide’s incredible Fire Gardens at the Adelaide Botanic Garden Wander around the gardens at night and be warmed by spectacular fire art installations that you can walk under, walk through and even sit on! Review by Claire Davill French fire experts Compagnie Carabosse have made use of most of the extensive Adelaide Botanic Garden, which means you’ll have a chance to wander all around the gardens in any direction you choose. Spend as long as you like enjoying a variety of installations, all lit by thousands of fires. There are some moving installations, the most spectacular involving a…
Mauritanians head to the polls on Saturday with incumbent President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani expected to win a second consecutive term. But in a country deeply divided between the Arab-Berber community at the helm and a Black Mauritanian populace still suffering the effects of slavery, a controversial law making Arabic the official language in schools is stirring discontent. Issued on: 28/06/2024 – 18:51 1 min From her home in Mauritania, Awa Ciré Ba is speaking to her son in Senegal via a video call. The Mauritanian mother says she decided to send her teenage son to study in neighbouring Senegal after…
Back to homepage / Shows / Eye on Africa Issued on: 28/06/2024 – 22:29 13:28 To display this content from , you must enable advertisement tracking and audience measurement. Accept Manage my choices EYE ON AFRICA © FRANCE 24 In tonight’s edition: Kenya mourns its dead after a crackdown on protests against tax hikes. Some are calling for fresh demonstrations and for President William Ruto to resign, despite his U-turn on the financial bill. Also, South Africa’s parliament will open on July 18 as President Cyril Ramaphosa remains locked in negotiations between the ANC and the Democratic Alliance over cabinet positions. And with…
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Mauritanians went to the polls on Saturday to elect their next president, with the incumbent Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani widely expected to win after positioning Mauritania as an exception in a region swept by coups and violence. Issued on: 29/06/2024 – 07:59Modified: 29/06/2024 – 21:50 3 min Mauritanians began voting Saturday to decide whether to re-elect President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani as head of the desert country, an oasis of peace in Africa’s volatile Sahel region.Around 1.9 million registered voters are set to choose between seven candidates vying to lead the sprawling nation, which has largely withstood the…
Book Review of Is This Really Happening?: What to do When There’s a Dangerous Person at SchoolSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review Written by Amber N. Wilson, LCSW, LCDC Ages 7+ | 34 Pages Publisher: Self-Published | ISBN-13: Unknown What to Expect: Educational Fiction, Safety and Preparedness, and Coping with Unexpected Events In an era where school violence has become an unfortunate reality, Is This Really Happening? by Amber N. Wilson, LCSW, LCDC, is a thoughtful and age-appropriate children’s book that tackles the complex subject of school violence. This thoughtfully crafted book not only addresses the…
Fire Gardens – Illuminated Adelaide Festival 2024 | Adelaide Botanic Gardens | Review By Claire Davill Wander around the gardens and be warmed by spectacular fire art installations that you can walk under, through and even sit on! French fire experts Compagnie Carabosse have made use of most of the extensive Adelaide Botanic Gardens, which means you’ll have a chance to wander all around the gardens in any direction you choose. Spend as long as you like enjoying a variety of installations, all lit by thousands of fires. There are some moving installations, the most spectacular involving a large “flower”…
Coordinated suicide attacks claimed the lives of at least 18 people in northeastern Nigeria on Saturday. The Islamist group Boko Haram, which has not officially claimed responsibility for the explosions, has been waging violence in the region for more than ten years. Issued on: 30/06/2024 – 10:26 2 min At least 18 people were killed and 19 seriously wounded in suicide attacks targeting a wedding, a hospital and a funeral in northeastern Nigeria on Saturday, authorities said.The region has been scarred by more than a decade of violence by jihadist group Boko Haram, which did not immediately claim responsibility for…