Uganda Protests: Challenging Museveni's Violent Legacy

Uganda has long suffered under the autocratic rule of Yoweri Museveni, who has been in power since 1986. This visualization highlights the political violence and protests throughout his tenure, showing significant spikes in killings and demonstrations, especially around election times and key political events. The data reveals the deep-rooted corruption and misuse of power in Museveni's government. The ongoing protests, despite the risks, signify the desperate cry for change among Ugandans. It's time for Museveni to heed these calls and step down.

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The Vertiginous Rise of Kenya's Public Debt: A Decade of Economic Growth or Crisis?

Kenya's mounting levels of debt have surged dramatically over the past decade, rising from about $19 billion in 2015 to approximately $87 billion by July 2024. This increase is primarily due to a significant rise in external debt, which saw a notable jump of $12 billion in 2023 alone, reaching $42 billion. The surge in external debt, which accounts for 73 percent of the total debt increase, was further exacerbated by the sharp depreciation of the Kenyan Shilling against the US Dollar. A significant portion of this external debt comes from multilateral loans accessed from organizations such as the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which saw the highest increase, adding $1.62 billion from December 2022 to December 2023.

In response to the escalating debt crisis, the Kenyan government proposed the 2024 Finance Bill, which included deeply unpopular tax increases. This proposal sparked significant political unrest in June 2024, as protests that began peacefully soon turned violent. The public's reaction underscores the widespread dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the nation's burgeoning debt and the economic measures proposed to address it.

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The Titans of African Wealth in 2024: Discover the 20 Most Fortunate People on the Continent

Africa's wealth landscape is both dynamic and concentrated, reflecting a complex interplay of industry, geography and opportunity. This visual representation of African billionaires presents a numbered list of the 20 richest men on the continent. These billionaires come mainly from three countries: South Africa, Egypt and Nigeria. Aliko Dangote, with an impressive fortune of 13.9 billion USD, stands out as Africa's largest cement and sugar producer, underlining his significant influence in these vital industries.

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Crime in Africa 2024: Which Countries Are the Most at Risk?

In 2024, the issue of crime in Africa remains a major concern for governments, citizens, and foreign investors. Crime, whether violent or non-violent, can profoundly affect the quality of life for residents, political stability, and economic growth. The visual uses a bar graph to display the crime index of several African countries. The majority of listed countries have a crime index above 50, indicating a high perception of crime. South Africa leads the way with the highest crime index (75.4). This observed level of crime may reflect various underlying causes, such as political instability, economic inequality, poverty, and an ineffective justice system.

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