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  • The image depicts a protester holding a cardboard sign that reads "REJECT THE FINANCIAL BILL PUNNYASS." The individual is wearing a white shirt and has their hair styled in large, coiled forms. They are raising a fist in a gesture of defiance or solidarity, and are also wearing a mask over their face. The background includes other people and a busy street scene, suggesting a gathering or demonstration. Kenya. Despite enforced disappearances, Generation Z continues to challenge William Ruto Maina Waruru · 10 February
  • The image features a close-up of a military uniform with a camouflage pattern. Prominently displayed on the arm is a patch showing the flag of Ethiopia, which consists of horizontal stripes in green, yellow, and red, with a blue circle and a yellow star in the center. The fabric of the patch appears worn, adding to its character. Ethiopia. ‘The guards didn’t treat us like human beings’ Augustine Passilly · December 2024
  • The image depicts the entrance to a central prison, labeled "PRISON CENTRALE DE MAKALA." The scene shows a sandy area with a few people walking near the entrance. On the left, there is a booth or kiosk marked "JETON D'ACCÈS," and on the right, another booth labeled "ENTRÉE." In the background, there are trees and a clear blue sky with some clouds. A few vehicles are parked nearby, adding to the overall setting of the prison facility. Kinshasa’s Makala prison: incompetence brings women’s night terror Denis Augustin Samnick · December 2024
  • The image shows a person walking through the entrance of "Cimetière Militaire de Thiaroye," a military cemetery. The archway is prominently displayed, with the name of the cemetery written above. On either side of the entrance, there are colorful flags painted on the walls. The person in the foreground is carrying a large container on their head, and the scene is partly illuminated by natural light, surrounded by palm trees and greenery. The sky is overcast, giving a muted ambiance to the setting. Thiaroye 1944. The Final Shadows of a Colonial Massacre Clair Rivière · November 2024
  • The image features a formal gathering of a group of individuals, likely in a ceremonial setting. They are wearing traditional attire, which includes colorful robes adorned with striped and patterned elements. Many of them are also wearing distinctive hats or headgear. The setting appears to be well-decorated, possibly for an official event, with a red carpet and banners or decorations in the background. A few individuals stand out in military or official uniforms, suggesting a mix of civilian and military presence at the event. Back to square one for justice in Burkina Faso Malik Kassongué · November 2024
  • The image features a series of large stone sculptures arranged in a row, resembling human figures. These sculptures have distinct, elongated shapes and facial features, with some appearing to look downward. The background includes a grassy area and a hillside, with trees visible nearby. The sky above is clear, transitioning from blue to lighter tones as it approaches the horizon, suggesting either dawn or dusk. The overall atmosphere gives a sense of mystery and historical significance to the figures. Howard W. French. “Africans were at the heart of the bulding of our modern world” Victoria Brittain · October 2024
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