May 18, 2023
Kenya: Syndicates Launder Stolen U.S. Covid-19 Funds in Kenya
The case exposes weaknesses in Kenya's investigation and prosecution of illicit financial flows, especially in the real estate sector. Read more »
May 17, 2023
Africa: Climate Disaster Is Reshaping the World - Can Africa Make Its Mark?
As global economic, security and climate crises coalesce, will Africa fall deeper into victimhood or turn the continent around? Read more »
May 16, 2023
Sudan: Functional Borders Could Be Lifesaving for Sudan's Refugees
The region's weak border administration limits the ability of aid organisations to provide humanitarian assistance. 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 12, 2023
Africa: Comoros-Mayotte Saga a Microcosm of Africa-Europe Migration Crisis
The flow of undocumented migrants to Mayotte is straining relations, and the island's response runs counter to AU policy. Read more »
May 11, 2023
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Informal Currency Exchanges - Validate or Veto?
The choices are stark, but the damaging impact must be mitigated to help improve foreign currency reserves. Read more »
May 10, 2023
Africa: Women Step Up to the Transition in Mali
Despite their institutional under-representation, women do not want to remain on the sidelines of political change. Read more »
May 09, 2023
Africa: Western Cape a Beacon of Hope for South Africa Violence Prevention
Despite budget constraints, the province is supporting parents as part of an internationally recognised approach to violence prevention. Read more »
May 08, 2023
Africa: Sudan's War Poses Grave Risks for Chad and CAR
With their shared border communities and militia activities, the two countries have previously suffered from Sudan's deadly conflicts. 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 »
May 04, 2023
Chad: Chad Two Years Later - Little Progress, Plenty to Worry About
Despite some positive steps, a return to constitutional order and civilian rule is still a long way off. Read more »
May 03, 2023
Sudan: Stopping the Spread of Sudan's Bloodshed
As civil war looms, consensus among the multitude of peace brokers is vital to prevent a regional contagion. Read more »
May 02, 2023
Central Africa: Central Africa's Pangolins Slaughtered for Myths and Meat
Organised criminal networks that previously traded mostly with African elephant ivory are turning to pangolins. 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 26, 2023
Rwanda: Could FDI Be Rwanda's Lifeline As Donors Pull the Plug?
Rwanda has successfully raised donor aid, but growing its economy now depends on attracting foreign direct investment. Read more »
Somalia: ATMIS Is Still Central to Protecting Somali's Hard-Won Gains
For recent government offensives against al-Shabaab to deliver stability, the African Union mission needs support. 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 24, 2023
Africa: Time to Re-Assess Terrorism Prevention in Africa?
Including mental health services that target social and behavioural drivers could improve the poor prevention record. Read more »
April 20, 2023
Africa: Multiple Murders - a Mark of South Africa's Gun and Organised Crime Crisis
Incidents that claim more than one victim have soared, with KwaZulu-Natal as the epicentre of the phenomenon. 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 17, 2023
Cameroon: Insecurity Grows in Cameroon As Reintegration Efforts Stall
Problems with the reintegration of former Boko Haram members make preventing violent extremism and organised crime difficult. 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 13, 2023
Chad: Islamic State's Use of Tech Could Prolong Lake Chad Basin Violence
Deploying drones and other technology might change the conflict dynamics, giving violent extremists the upper hand. Read more »
April 12, 2023
Africa: Africa and Summit Diplomacy - Global Powers Turn On the Charm
The question is less about whether summits work and more about how to make them work for Africa. Read more »