Nigeria: President Bola Tinubu Tackles Nigeria's Economy

While Tinubu's reforms are a positive step forward, these shouldn't plunge citizens further into poverty or violate the rule of law. Read more »

Africa: Prigozhin's Rebellion Throws Wagner's African Future Into Doubt

Will Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin's astonishing march on Moscow scupper the company's influence on the continent? Read more »

Central African Republic: Touadéra's Perilous Referendum Project

Forging ahead with a referendum in CAR will likely exacerbate an already tense sociopolitical, humanitarian and security context. Read more »

Africa: Boko Haram Brings IEDs Back to Cameroon

Addressing the terror group's use of improvised explosive devices must include more intelligence and awareness raising. Read more »

Africa: Journalism On Trial in Africa - Fortitude and Fake News

Powerful elites are using the fake news narrative to target journalists and evade accountability. Read more »

Africa: African Peace Mission - One Step Forward, One Step Back?

Although the initiative is a milestone in Africa's response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, a better organised, broader collective effort is needed. Read more »

Senegal: Avoiding the Worst-Case Scenario in Senegal

Extreme positions taken by all sides of the political spectrum make resolving the crisis more difficult. Read more »

Sudan: Sudan Needs African Union Boots On the Ground

An intervention force to accompany ongoing peace processes could ease the humanitarian crisis and protect critical infrastructure. Read more »

West Africa: Rising Tides Threaten Low-Lying Coastal West Africa

Protecting and restoring coastal ecosystems can reduce the development and safety risks that vulnerable communities face. Read more »

South Africa: South Africa Cholera Outbreak - Governance Failures Bode Ill for Climate Catastrophes

The water system is already at risk due to climate change - continued gross negligence could spark a socio-politico-economic crisis. Read more »

South Africa: The Long Arm of International Law Reaches Kayishema in South Africa

Alleged genocidaire Fulgence Kayishema looks set to face justice in a Rwandan court. Will he get a fair trial? Read more »

Africa: What Africa Wants and What the West Needs to Do

Democracy generally follows development, so Africa's friends should focus on unlocking rapid growth through better governance. Read more »

Africa: Supportive Families Are Pivotal to Preventing Violent Extremism

Positive bonds with parents, extended family and caregivers can deter young people from joining violent extremist groups. Read more »

South Africa: South Africa Does Have the Means to Reduce Violence

In both the policing and violence prevention spheres, ample evidence exists about what works and where to start. Read more »

Africa: Civilian-State Security Cooperation in Benin and Togo - a Double-Edged Sword

Civilians can help defeat violent extremists, but their continued support depends on authorities guaranteeing their safety. Read more »

Sierra Leone: Sierra Leone At a Crossroads Ahead of June 2023 Polls

New electoral laws, high youth unemployment and low trust in government could be decisive in this month's polls. Read more »

Africa: Is the Blue Economy a Route to Stronger AU-EU Ties?

The two continents share maritime spaces. An agreement on equitable and joint responsibilities could boost development and prosperity. Read more »

South Africa: Is South Africa's Defence Force Up for New Thinking?

Military leaders must align a declining budget with the kind of operations the defence force should prepare for. Read more »

Cote d'Ivoire: Mines Risk Degrading Country's Fragile Environment

Can the country balance an expanding mining sector with protecting its remaining forests and farming-dependent economy? Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Loss and Damage Funding Vital After DRC and Rwanda Floods

Whole villages have been decimated, and communities need help to rebuild and recover, not just short-term humanitarian aid. Read more »

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 »

South Africa: Police Corruption Should Be a Focus in Tackling Stock Theft

Inaction by police and allegations of corruption paralyse South Africa's farming communities and jeopardise rural safety. Read more »

South Africa: The Leadership We Deserve

South Africa is facing a leadership crisis. Yet there is a way to cultivate effective, empathetic and accountable leaders. Read more »

Africa: Nigeria Should Engage China for AfCFTA Success

Aligning trade and investment interests under the AfCFTA can activate more productive Nigeria-China relations. Read more »

Africa: Could This Round of Debt Dialogue Push Zimbabwe to Reform?

Considering the government's dismal track record on resolving the debt crisis, the chances of success seem small. Read more »