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Youth in Politics

May 14, 2021

We meet young farmers in Eswatini accusing their king of stealing their land and ruling with impunity. And we talk to people in Uganda about their reluctance to enter politics and get opposition figure Bobi Wine’s input.

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A Royal Clash: Eswatini’s Youth has had enough of its king

Eswatini, the small Southern African country – formerly known as Swaziland – is one of the last remaining absolute monarchies in the world. According to constitution, King Mswati III is not bound to any law. And he takes great advantage of it. Enriching him and his family to great wealth during his reign. The young people in the country, however, are starting to ask questions – let’s have a look.

 

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Street Debate: Youth in Politics in Uganda
The official result of the Ugandan elections keeps polarizing the country - including younger generations. Our Street Debate team goes to Kampala find out just how deep the divisions are after weeks of reports of police brutality.

 

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Interview with Ugandan politician Bobi Wine

Since turning his attention to politics, musician-turned-opposition leader Bobi Wine has been making waves in Uganda, speaking out against longtime President Yoweri Museveni and police brutality. In this interview, he ex-plains why the African youth are the drivers of political change and his hope for the future. 

 

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Benin - Voodoo for Youngsters

Voodoo might be a term that is recognized the world over but originated in West Africa. We explore the origins of Voodoo in Benin and look at why the religious practice attracts younger generations today.

 

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Singer Wiyaala installs pride and attitude in rural Ghana

Singer Wiyaala left behind a glitzy career in the Ghanaian capital Accra for her home village, Funsi. Not exactly a career move, but one Wiyaala thinks is as important: giving her community artistic inspiration and a fighting chance to move into the future.

 

 

 

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