October 25, 2022
Zimbabwe: The Curious Case of Zimbabwe Sanctions
African leaders have strongly condemned sanctions against Zimbabwe but rarely condemn its deplorable human rights abuses. Read more »
October 21, 2022
Congo-Kinshasa: Tshisekedi Needs to Clean Up His Inner Circle
This could help remedy the lack of international investment in the DRC - a country brimming with potential. Read more »
October 17, 2022
Burundi: Reform in Burundi Deepens Ruling Party Divisions
President Ndayishimiye's purge of top officials shows the fragility of recent economic and political policy changes. Read more »
October 13, 2022
Burkina Faso: Security Priorities for Burkina Faso's New Transition
After the second coup in nine months, divisions in the army and security forces must be urgently resolved. Read more »
October 05, 2022
Sudan: Can External Mediation Break Political Stalemate?
Trilateral intervention could help bridge differences between civilian groups and the military. Read more »
October 04, 2022
Mozambique: Mozambique's People Should Come Before Resources
Is an obsession with gas profits leading African countries to neglect the security of local populations? Read more »
October 03, 2022
Sudan: Youth Are Vital for Post-Coup Stability
Including young people in formal transitional processes is necessary to bring long-term peace to Sudan. Read more »
September 29, 2022
Lesotho: Reforms Hang in the Balance Ahead of Elections
Reforms should have preceded voting; their passage now depends on the promises of parties running for power. Read more »
September 23, 2022
Africa: Can Africa Outdo Its Election Riggers?
Coups attract attention and action, but the manipulation of polls is the real threat to electoral democracy. Read more »
September 22, 2022
South Africa: Should SA Municipalities Get Greater Policing Powers?
Many local governments in South Africa are dysfunctional, but some could drive innovation in fighting crime. Read more »
September 14, 2022
Africa: African Union Prepares to Wield the Stick With More Rigorous Sanctions
After lying dormant for 13 years, the sanctions committee aims for more consistency and better results. Read more »
September 05, 2022
Chad: Industries Can Prosper in Conflict-Affected Lake Chad Basin
Job creation is vital to countering Boko Haram, and successful business practices in the region point the way. Read more »
September 02, 2022
Angola: Unita Shakes the Foundations of MPLA Rule in Angola
The opposition made huge gains in last week's elections, but now it faces tough choices. Read more »
August 19, 2022
Kenya: Ruto Wins - At Least for Now
Despite disruptions when the results were announced, Kenya's polls seemed credible, and the courts will be the final arbiters. Read more »
August 18, 2022
Angola: Free and Fair Elections Still Out of Reach in Angola
With the political playing field stacked in the ruling party's favour, conflict could erupt after the 24 August polls. Read more »
August 04, 2022
Nigeria: Nigeria's Creative Sector Could Help Write the Security Governance Playbook
The influential arts community, especially the youth, can work with government and civil society to reduce insecurity. Read more »
July 21, 2022
Chad: Political Transition Lags Behind Deadline
One year on, security problems and political clashes prevent agreement on Chad's inclusive national dialogue. Read more »
July 18, 2022
South Sudan: Splintered Armed Forces Still Obstruct Peace
Without trust between Kiir and Machar, the vital task of uniting the security forces will remain undone. Read more »
July 15, 2022
Africa: South Africa's ANC Marches to a Different Drum Than Africa
The ruling party still sees the world as a battleground between neo-liberalism and revolutionary progressivism. Read more »
July 08, 2022
Africa: Is France Losing Ground in Africa?
Gabon and Togo's recent decision to join the Commonwealth seemed like a blow to France - but was it? Read more »
July 05, 2022
Africa: Africa's Security Depends On Action - Not Just Commitment
Will decisions on addressing terrorism and coups taken at the AU extraordinary summit bear fruit or fall on fallow ground? Read more »
July 01, 2022
Africa: The Pan-African Parliament Finally Elects a President
The PAP's failure to elect a president for over a year further undermined its already doubtful legitimacy. Read more »
June 21, 2022
Ethiopia: Prosecuting Crimes Against Humanity in Ethiopia - Where Is the Law?
To fulfil its promise to fight impunity, Ethiopia needs to enact legislation criminalising gross human rights violations. Read more »
June 22, 2022
Kenya: Economics Likely to Trump Ethnicity in August Poll
Kenya's upcoming elections could be the beginning of a shift from ethnic to class and issue-based politics. Read more »
June 17, 2022
Libya: Groundhog Day in Libya
Once again, Libya is caught in a debilitating impasse between rival governments in Tripoli and Tobruk. Read more »