Daily Archives: 03/05/2019


With Cash, Crime and Drama, Nigeria Politics Inspire Movie Makers

With its alliances and betrayals, crimes and cash, and even a dash of witchcraft, the theatrical twists of Nigeria’s politics are inspiring directors from the country’s Nollywood movie industry. The saga surrounding Nigeria’s recent election, delayed for a week just …


Facebook Prohibits Foreign-funded Ads for Indonesia Election

Facebook says it will not allow foreign-funded advertisements for an upcoming presidential election in Indonesia, the world’s third-largest democracy, hoping to allay concerns that its platform is being used to manipulate voting behavior.   The announcement on Facebook’s website said …