How Corruption Affects Development Across Africa

Photo by James Wiseman on Unsplash

By Simbiat Amzat​

Corruption continues to undermine development across many African countries, stalling progress and limiting opportunities for millions of people. Despite the continent’s vast human and natural resources, the mismanagement and diversion of public funds weaken institutions, disrupt public services, and erode trust in governance. To understand how corruption affects development, we must reflect on the ways it shapes everyday life, deepens inequality, and prevents communities from reaching their full potential.

Unbent and Unbroken

From Top Left to Bottom Right: Cobhams Asuquo, Lois Auta, Eddie Ndopu, Farida Bedwei, and Samkelo Radebe. (Image Credit: Lagos Jump Radio, World Economic Forum, United Nations Foundation, Empower Africa, Alchetron)

Five African Stories of Power, Grit, and Defiant Possibility

By Atinuke Adeosun

There is a saying I have heard thrown around when life felt unfair: “Strength is not always loud; sometimes it whispers.”

The Invisible Violence of Algorithms

Ramatu Ada Ochekliye

 By Ramatu Ada Ochekliye

I recently sat down with Imoh from West Africa Democracy Radio (WADR) in Dakar to discuss an issue that is shaping the daily realities of women online: the invisible violence of algorithms. 

How Pop Culture Shapes Gender Norms

Ramatu Ada Ochekliye, Shades of Us Founder, with Ugonna and Titi on Kiss FM 99.9 Abuja 

By Ramatu Ada Ochekliye

On December 3 and 5, 2025, I joined Ugonna on Kiss FM 99.9 Abuja on behalf of Shades of Us to discuss How Pop Culture Shapes Gender Norms. The conversations were part of our continued commemoration of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, and they offered me the opportunity to expand on the stories, jokes, lyrics, and images we consume every day.

Fertility and Blame Culture in Nigeria

Ramatu Ada Ochekliye at Montage Radio 99.7 FM to Discuss Fertility and Blame Culture in Nigeria

By Ramatu Ada Ochekliye

Last week, I joined Gesiere on Montage Radio 99.7 FM in Abuja to discuss a topic that touches the lives of countless Nigerian (and dare I say, African) women: fertility, blame, and the ways patriarchy shapes our understanding of reproductive health. Our conversation was part of the 16 Days of Activism, a global campaign that, this year, places a spotlight on ending digital violence against women and girls.