November 09, 2022
Mali: How Women Mediators Shape Local Talks With Militants
Despite their invisibility in official negotiations, women play a decisive role in community peace agreements. 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 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 04, 2022
Mozambique: President Nyusi Has Good Reason to Keep Ex Finance Minister Chang Out of a U.S. Court
But would Chang prefer to testify in the US rather than return to Mozambique to an uncertain fate? 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 »
November 02, 2022
South Africa: South Africa Must Rethink Its Community Safety System
Instead of the current rigid approach, more flexibility and innovation would allow workable local safety initiatives. 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 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 27, 2022
South Africa: Prosecution Reforms Sharpen Anti-Corruption Drive
New measures could put the sting back in the tail of South Africa's efforts to curb high-level corruption. Read more »
October 26, 2022
Cameroon: Kidnapping for Ransom On the Rise in North Cameroon
The double threat from Boko Haram and criminal gangs could further weaken the country's security situation. Read more »
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 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 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 20, 2022
Ghana: Another Bailout Won't Solve Ghana's Economic Crisis
As debt soars, Ghana must take ownership of its financial troubles, starting with slashing public expenditure. 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 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 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 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 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 »
October 10, 2022
Central Africa: Terrorists and Poachers Take Aim At the Congo Basin's Guardians
Park rangers need training and equipment to match the growing threat from sophisticated armed groups Read more »
October 06, 2022
South Africa: Careful Balance Needed to Advance Humanitarian Action While Countering Terror
South Africa must incorporate humanitarian clauses in counter-terrorism legislation to protect victims of war. 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 »