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The criminal codes the British Empire introduced in its colonies outlawed sex between men, and today the same laws remain in place in various countries. But why have some former colonies repealed these laws when others haven’t? Enze Han and Joseph O'Mahoney investigate the collision between imperial history and modern homophobia, and explain why the connection between the two is messier than it seems.
Many African countries suffer from electricity shortages; some even need to double their generating capacity. And in an effort to match demand, countries like Egypt and Uganda are looking at investing in nuclear energy. Given the huge costs associated with nuclear projects, Hartmut Winkler discusses why these countries should look for cheaper solutions.
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Uganda has some of the most severe anti-gay laws in the world.
EPA/Ronald Kabuubi
Enze Han, University of Hong Kong; Joseph O'Mahoney, University of Reading
Of the 72 countries that still criminalise gay sex today, at least 38 of them were once subject to British colonialism.
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Environment + Energy
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Hartmut Winkler, University of Johannesburg
Are there cheaper alternatives to nuclear power to alleviate energy shortages in Africa?
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Arts + Culture
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Mubashar Hasan, University of Oslo
In voicing youthful outrage over inequality and violence, Bangladeshi rappers are creating a powerful form of protest music — just as American MCs have done for 40 years.
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Business + Economy
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Kutlwano Ramaboa, University of Cape Town
African business schools can benefit from the rigourous process offered by global rankings and acreditations.
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Health + Medicine
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Kate Rees, University of Cape Town; Remco Peters, University of Pretoria
In many parts of sub-Saharan Africa men who have sex with men encounter stigma and prejudice when accessing health services.
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Politics + Society
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Hanlie Booysen, Victoria University of Wellington
To understand how Syria has become the theatre for proxy wars between international forces, one has to return to the Arab uprisings and Syria's role as an outlier.
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Karolina Augustova, Aston University
Men living in transit camps on the EU's borders are at risk of exploitation and violence.
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Haula Noor, Australian National University
The attacks show not only a shift in women's roles in violent extremism, but also the involvement of families in acts of terror.
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