Lesotho: Back to Square One - Political Infighting Again Stalls Lesotho Reforms

The government and opposition are squabbling over the Omnibus Bill, which was supposed to stabilise the country. Read more »

South Africa: Foreign Policy Must Balance Constitutional Values and National Interest

South Africa should align its foreign policy with development priorities and agree to defend open, democratic societies. Read more »

Africa: Could UN Funding for AU Peace Missions Become the Norm?

Recent developments are positive for Africa but don't lessen the need for a robust AU Peace Fund. Read more »

Africa: Is Africa Ready for Meaningful Participation in the G20?

Joining the global forum presents political, cultural and technical challenges for the AU, which has been relatively inward-looking. Read more »

South Africa: Wheels Come Off South Africa's Hollow Version of Non-Alignment

A foreign policy of non-alignment only works when based on a dispassionate and objective reading of global geopolitics. Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Prepares to Go Back to the Future in Eastern DRC

SADC's unease with the East African force's activities in DRC could see Southern African troops returning to the troubled area. Read more »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »