Contributors

At D+C/E+Z, we are proud of our international network of authors. It is particularly important to us to be a platform for voices from the global south. Some authors contribute on a regular basis, others don't. Here you can find information about the people behind the contributions.

is a Kenyan journalist, editor and fact-checker.  
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All articles of Alphonce Shiundu

Assertive judges

Long road to independence

Kenya has made progress towards the judicial independence the new constitution promises

Schools

More must happen

Literacy rates have risen in sub-Saharan Africa, but reality is probably worse than official numbers suggest

Journalism

The methods of fact-checking

The basic principles of professional fact checking

Media

Fighting for honesty and truth

Africa Check is helping the public to stay informed about the facts

Democracy

Crisis of legitimacy

Kenya’s government strikes out against the opposition like a wounded buffalo

Poverty alleviation

Reaching out to disadvantaged communities

Tangible Aga Khan programmes in East Africa

Faith-based initiatives

Helping families to escape the cycle of poverty

The Aga Khan’s approach to development emphasises long-term community empowerment

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