An African half-century

Fifty years on, we have yet to discover the ­­extent of colonialism's legacy on the continent.

Western Sahara and the tide of history

In 1960 the United Nations adopted resolution 1514 which stated that all people have a right to self-determination.

A midlife crisis for Africa

During the annus mirabilis of 1960 17 independent African states were born, creating great expectations for the rebirth of a continent.

Player plunder

European countries still find it easy to lure the best African soccer talent thanks to the modern-day bait of sheer economic might.

Resisting the muse of imperial 'science'

Brent Meersman takes a haunting walk through a Brett Bailey installation of Europe's history with Africa.

Baartman off the shelf

A ceramist selling sculptures of Saartjie Baartman has appalled historians and women, who say the pieces are neither ethical nor dignified.

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