Does it help to be rude to your president?
By DW
26 March 2024 |
8:21 am
In countries like Ghana, South Africa and Nigeria, many people are unafraid to insult and ridicule their presidents - on social media or IRL. Kenyan officials this week, however, warned that "goons" who heckle President William Ruto will be arrested. Does it help to be rude to an African leader?
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