Building back better: global priorities for a new social contract
As COVID-19 became a pandemic, the universal nature of the crisis put the focus on inequalities within countries.
Long-COVID in Governance Systems: Democracy under Threat
Across many countries we are seeing the results of poor leadership, corruption or mismanagement leading to economic and political crises.
A Solid Partnership for African Health Sovereignty
First steps are being taken to allow African states to have sovereignty over their health care. But much remains to be done.
Are development and democracy at odds with each other?
The weakness in our democratic system has to be worked on through inclusive policies and people’s participation. Having an improved quality of life should be a fundamental right.
Southern Voice welcomes new Chair
Southern Voice is pleased to announce its new Chair. Dr Rose Ngugi, Executive Director of the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA), will be the new head of the Steering Committee.
Promote safe political spaces for Kenyan women
As the polls near, women's participation and access to the campaign arena are major topics in political discussions.
Priorities for a fair recovery from COVID-19 in Sub-Saharan Africa
African nations have fared better than the rest of the world in terms of the health-related impacts of the pandemic. However, containment measures halted economic activities, which resulted in major setbacks to the SDGs.
Why virtual events are a game-changer for Global South scholars (and great for the SDGs)
Even with "zoom fatigue", there are advantages to the virtual format that speak in favour of keeping it after the pandemic.
Strengthened Primary Health Care for Equitable Access to Vaccinations
Exploring the benefits of improved primary health care pillars for vaccine delivery.
Medical Brain Drain in Nigeria and its impact on Sustainable Development Goal 3
In the last few years about 88% of doctors in Nigeria sought employment abroad.
