November 07, 2022
Africa: China vs the West - a Contest That Will Hurt Africa's Future
Africa's development depends on global rapprochement and overcoming its own lowest-common-denominator politics. Read more »
November 03, 2022
Africa: Will We Hear Africa's Youth At COP27?
Well-managed youth migration can help Africa adapt to climate change and meet its development goals. Read more »
October 31, 2022
Africa: As Global Terror Groups Claim New Ground, An African Strategy Is Vital
Global terror groups have set their sights on Africa, making a common African Union-led approach a matter of urgency. Read more »
October 28, 2022
Africa: What Do Protests Say About UN Peacekeeping in Africa?
Violent protests in DRC and Mali highlight fundamental aspects of peace missions that need reform. Read more »
October 24, 2022
Africa: A New Chapter in India-Africa Relations?
With India on the rise globally, Africa could benefit from a more engaged and ambitious New Delhi. Read more »
October 19, 2022
Africa: Countdown to Africa's Climate COP
Climate finance must top the COP27 agenda in Egypt to benefit vulnerable developing countries. Read more »
October 18, 2022
Africa: Digital Industrial Hubs Are Key To Africa's Economic Transformation
Good policy and stable macroeconomics won't drive industrial innovation - tech hubs, start-ups and manufacturers must be involved. Read more »
October 14, 2022
Africa: Ukraine's Kuleba Tries to Change Africa's Narrative On the War
Ducking the crossfire doesn't mean staying neutral - Africa should take independent, principled positions that support the UN Charter. Read more »
October 12, 2022
Africa: Continent Should Take the Driving Seat in Its China Dealings
If the continent wants positive outcomes, it must be more hard-nosed, prepared and ruthless than China. Read more »
October 11, 2022
Africa: Weaponised Drones – the Latest Tech Threat to Reach Africa
As evidence grows of drones being used by terrorists and other criminals, governments should consider regulating the industry. Read more »
September 28, 2022
Africa: Africa - Where Is the Good News?
While there are legitimate political and economic headwinds, there are also reasons for optimism. Read more »
September 26, 2022
Africa: Smugglers Carve a Niche in Africa's Rare Rosewood
The harvesting of endangered rosewood to make furniture for China's elite threatens the species with extinction. 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 20, 2022
Africa: Trafficking Could Mean the Last Flight for African Greys
Online and physical smuggling networks operating between Central and East Africa are decimating the parrot population. Read more »
September 15, 2022
West Africa: Terrorists' Use of Tech in West Africa Must Be Contained
With violent extremists skilfully exploiting digital platforms, Africa should pressure tech companies to deal with terrorism online. 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 13, 2022
Africa: Does Africa Gain From the WTO's Landmark Fishing Subsidies Deal?
Although the new agreement is ground-breaking, gaps remain that threaten the continent's blue economy aspirations. Read more »
September 09, 2022
Africa: Time for Africa Strategies On the Big Powers?
Agreeing on them would be tricky but could enable Africa to shape global futures that benefit the continent. Read more »
September 07, 2022
Africa: Just Who Is Stirring Up Disinformation in Africa?
Kenya's election shows that understanding how voters are influenced online is central to freer, fairer elections. Read more »
September 01, 2022
Africa: Digital Humanitarianism in Africa - Hope or Hype?
Technology can help deliver aid and services more effectively - but can be harmful if users don't know its risks. Read more »
August 30, 2022
Africa: Continent Has a Rare Chance to Shape the International Order
As global powers seek support for their competing worldviews, will Africa capitalise on its rising strategic value? Read more »
August 26, 2022
Africa: Japan's TICAD May Be Upstaged By China, but Remains Important
Japan is using this week's TICAD8 summit in Tunisia to lay down markers about Russia and China. Read more »
August 23, 2022
Africa: Examining the Continent's Place in the World's Divided Future
As global upheavals change the world as we know it, four scenarios reveal the impacts on our long-term future. Read more »
August 22, 2022
Africa: Have We Entered the Race to Net Zero? #AfricaClimateCrisis
With China overperforming on its renewable energy targets, a landmark US bill could boost the global climate transition. Read more »
August 17, 2022
Africa: Blinken's African Charm Offensive
The US secretary of state's candid and constructive messages suggest an overdue recalibration in US-Africa relations. Read more »