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 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 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 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 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 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 »
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 »
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 09, 2023
Africa: Sandalwood Burn Ignites Awareness of Kenya's Illegal Trade
Government commitment and public support are crucial to combat this environmental crime. Read more »
March 08, 2023
Somalia: Al-Shabaab On the Defensive - Is It Time to Celebrate?
Government efforts need coordination at various levels to prevent the terrorist group from regaining control and striking back. Read more »
February 07, 2023
Somalia: An Ocean of Weapons - Arms Smuggling to Somalia
Rather than relying on foreign navies, Horn of Africa countries must lead in stemming illicit arms inflows. Read more »
February 01, 2023
Mozambique: Rwanda Expands Its Protection of Mozambique's Natural Resources
After securing its gas enterprises, Rwandan security forces now guard Cabo Delgado's lucrative graphite and ruby mines. Read more »
January 18, 2023
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Loses National Treasures to the Northern War
International cooperation is needed to recover artefacts stolen from the country's conflict-ridden regions. Read more »
January 12, 2023
Kenya: How President Ruto Can Transform Kenya's Economy
African Futures and Innovation analysis shows how Kenya can overcome major development hurdles by focusing on three sectors. Read more »
November 29, 2022
Ethiopia: Peace Coalition Needed to Underpin Ethiopia's New Accord
Given the conflict's ethnic dimensions, the war coalitions established on both sides must be persuaded to back peace. Read more »
November 08, 2022
Ethiopia: Peace Agreement Pledges Transitional Justice for Ethiopia
The landmark inclusion of the AU's Transitional Justice Policy could prove vital to achieving lasting peace. Read more »
November 01, 2022
East Africa: Can the East African Community Stabilise Eastern DRC?
The bloc's first-ever troop deployment to a member country will test its capacity to resolve complex conflicts. 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 05, 2022
Sudan: Can External Mediation Break Political Stalemate?
Trilateral intervention could help bridge differences between civilian groups and the military. 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 27, 2022
East Africa: East Africa and the Horn Light the Way for Climate Migrants
A new declaration could set a precedent for regional cooperation on Africa's climate-change crisis. Read more »
August 31, 2022
East Africa: East Africa Could Achieve Better Cooperation On Criminal Matters
States would ratify IGAD's extradition and mutual legal assistance agreements if they focused on serious regional offences. Read more »