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.

Ibrahim Orèd'Ola Falola

ibfall2007@yahoo.co.uk

last contributed to D+C/E+Z in summer 2018 as a journalist. He lives in Lomé, Togo.  

All articles of Ibrahim Orèd'Ola Falola

Human trafficking

Deeply rooted slavery

Although slavery is illegal, it still exists in many countries – Mauritania for example

Borders

Extorting travellers

Why some people still pay bribes to cross ECOWAS borders

Education

Endless strikes

In Togo, teachers often go on strike to demand better pay

Health care

Doctors go abroad

Many Togolese doctors emigrate to countries where they are better paid

Democracy

Political dynasty

Togo is facing growing unrest

Water

Struggle for water

In Togo, not all rural communities have access to clean water

Gender

Empowering women for economic growth

Women in Togo fight for equal economic opportunities

Health care

Pay or die

In Togo, whether a person gets health care or not depends on personal wealth

Economy

Fuel smuggling

Smuggling fuel from Nigeria is a frequent crime in Togo

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