Africa Day serves as a poignant reminder of the continent’s journey toward unity and democratic maturity, yet this celebration faces a looming, silent threat. While technological progress moves at lightning speed, the information ecosystem in Africa remains deeply anchored in radio—a medium that, despite its reach, has become an accidental blind spot in the global fight against disinformation. Because radio remains the primary news source for millions of women, rural residents, and the less formally educated, it functions as the backbone of African political life. This reality creates a dangerous vulnerability, as we have seen in history how easily audio…

For residents and local officials in Missouri, the recent explosion in data center construction has felt like a sudden, high-stakes collision between the future of the digital economy and the quiet charm of rural life. As massive server farms break ground across the state, public sentiment has become increasingly fractured. While proponents argue these facilities are essential infrastructure for an AI-driven world, a growing chorus of local activists is raising alarms about resource consumption and rural disruption. Amidst this tension, a new and troubling narrative has emerged, suggesting that some of the fiercest local opposition isn’t organic, but rather a…