June 22, 2023
Senegal: Avoiding the Worst-Case Scenario in Senegal
Extreme positions taken by all sides of the political spectrum make resolving the crisis more difficult. Read more »
June 21, 2023
Sudan: Sudan Needs African Union Boots On the Ground
An intervention force to accompany ongoing peace processes could ease the humanitarian crisis and protect critical infrastructure. Read more »
June 19, 2023
South Africa: South Africa Cholera Outbreak - Governance Failures Bode Ill for Climate Catastrophes
The water system is already at risk due to climate change - continued gross negligence could spark a socio-politico-economic crisis. Read more »
June 15, 2023
Africa: What Africa Wants and What the West Needs to Do
Democracy generally follows development, so Africa's friends should focus on unlocking rapid growth through better governance. Read more »
June 09, 2023
Sierra Leone: Sierra Leone At a Crossroads Ahead of June 2023 Polls
New electoral laws, high youth unemployment and low trust in government could be decisive in this month's polls. Read more »
June 02, 2023
Madagascar: Rajoelina and the Extreme Personalisation of Power
Madagascar goes to presidential elections in November with its slim prospects of change resting on a judoka. Read more »
May 31, 2023
South Africa: The Leadership We Deserve
South Africa is facing a leadership crisis. Yet there is a way to cultivate effective, empathetic and accountable leaders. Read more »
May 26, 2023
Lesotho: Back to Square One - Political Infighting Again Stalls Lesotho Reforms
The government and opposition are squabbling over the Omnibus Bill, which was supposed to stabilise the country. Read more »
May 23, 2023
Africa: Is Africa Ready for Meaningful Participation in the G20?
Joining the global forum presents political, cultural and technical challenges for the AU, which has been relatively inward-looking. Read more »
May 15, 2023
South Africa: South Africa's Dangerous Game of Russian Roulette
Miscalculations in handling accusations that arms were provided to Russia could cost South Africa dearly. Read more »
May 05, 2023
South Africa: Pretoria Once Again On the Horns of an ICC Dilemma
Will other African countries now also consider withdrawal from the International Criminal Court so Putin can visit? Read more »
April 28, 2023
Ethiopia: GERD Is a Fait Accompli, So It's Time to Get Real
The now irreversible dam project needs to be managed as both an Ethiopian and a shared resource. Read more »
April 25, 2023
Guinea Bissau: Only Fair Elections Can Give Guinea-Bissau a Chance for Stability
But with less than two months to go, the main political parties still haven't agreed on the electoral rules. Read more »
April 19, 2023
Africa: Recent Elections Show Africans Yearn for Competent Leadership
Trends suggest that Africa's electorate is maturing and that political parties can no longer take voters for granted. Read more »
April 18, 2023
Africa: How the Ukraine War Ends, and Implications for Africa
Four global scenarios capturing all reasonable outcomes show why rapprochement between the West and China is vital. Read more »
April 14, 2023
Africa: Kamala Harris Joins the Pilgrimage to Africa
The Ukraine war elevated US interest in Africa, but the real global contest is with Beijing rather than Moscow. Read more »
April 06, 2023
Tunisia: Tunisia's Xenophobic Plans Backfire On Its Fragile Economy
President Kaïs Saied's attempt to scapegoat black migrants is costing the country socially, economically and diplomatically. Read more »
April 04, 2023
Nigeria: Youth Take Centre Stage in the 2023 Polls
The election results may be disputed, but there's no doubt young Nigerians are becoming a force to reckon with. Read more »
April 03, 2023
Mozambique: Cabo Delgado - Two Years Since the Palma Invasion
The attack prompted nations and security companies to help fight one of Africa's most rapidly evolving terrorist hotspots. Read more »
March 23, 2023
Nigeria: Ironing Out Nigeria's Polling Process for a Smoother Future
The country's 2023 elections delivered a president, but the process was far from perfect. Read more »
March 21, 2023
Africa: Reducing Murder Must Be a Top South Africa Government Priority
South Africa's murder rates are again among the highest globally, but determined, targeted policing can reverse this trend. Read more »
March 17, 2023
East Africa: South Africa Tries to Breathe New Life Into East African Relations
Beneficial bilateral ties as well as regional issues with East Africa have been neglected by Pretoria. Read more »
March 16, 2023
Guinea: Could Guinea's Current Military Transition Be Its Last?
With a results-based timeline for holding the military government accountable, the transition agreement could deliver reform and stability. Read more »
March 10, 2023
Africa: UK Seems Ready to Return Its 'last African Colony'
Aggrieved Chagossians must be heard in negotiations between the UK and Mauritius over who owns the Chagos Archipelago. Read more »
March 01, 2023
Mozambique: Cross-Border Cooperation Could Curb Kidnappings in Mozambique
Mozambique and South Africa are most affected by kidnapping in Southern Africa - they must collaborate to stop the attacks. Read more »