February 08
Africa: Proposed Ecowas Exits Leave West Africa At a Crossroads
Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger's request to withdraw presents a crucial opportunity to improve the regional bloc's functioning. Read more »
February 07
Africa: DRC Misses Another Opportunity to Build a Democracy
After accusations of an 'electoral coup' in 2018, the country's December 2023 polls were equally lacking in legitimacy. Read more »
February 06
Africa: Despite the Hazards, Ghana's Illicit Waste Trade Is Booming
Ghana cannot recycle all its hazardous waste imports, but that hasn't curbed its role in the billion-dollar global business. Read more »
February 05
Africa: Does Ethiopia's Transitional Justice Amount to Quasi-Compliance?
As the implementation phase of the process approaches, unwavering political support is needed now more than ever. Read more »
February 02
Morocco: Morocco Outmanoeuvres SA At the UN Human Rights Council
Pretoria's heavy defeat in the vote for the UNHRC presidency suggests its foreign policy postures are costing it support. Read more »
February 01
Africa: Africa's Oceans Could Pay Dearly for the Red Sea Crisis
Africa faces the most severe environmental damage from the conflict - countries must actively work on diplomatic solutions. Read more »
January 31
Africa: Does Africa's Peace and Security Council Need Stronger Members?
Around half the countries bidding to join the PSC in 2024 are 'small states' with limited diplomatic clout. Read more »
January 30
Kenya: Northern Kenya's Disarmament Dilemma
More guns mean more attacks - but communities see small arms as vital for their protection against bandits. Read more »
January 29
Morocco: 'Cocaine for the Poor' Threatens Lives in Morocco
Despite many arrests and seizures, the devastating pufa drug remains widely available among the youth and poor communities. Read more »
January 26
Africa: Blinken's Africa Trip Loops in New Atlantic Ocean Partners
The recently formed Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation looks set to shape US-Africa and north-south relations. Read more »
January 25
Nigeria: Looser Gun Laws Could Deepen Nigeria's Security Crisis
With multiple violent conflicts, banditry and porous borders that enable weapons smuggling, gun liberalisation could backfire. Read more »
January 24
South Africa: South Africa's ICJ Case Has Already Altered Its Foreign Policy Space
Regardless of what the World Court decides, a recalibration of South Africa's bilateral relations will be needed. Read more »
January 23
Ethiopia: Intelligence-Led Investigations Can Curb Ethiopia's Kidnappings
To unmask the actors and networks involved, the problem must be approached through an organised crime lens. Read more »
January 22
Africa: Africa Needs a Stronger Voice On Resolving the Red Sea Crisis
African countries' call for diplomatic solutions should be accompanied by AU action to protect the continent's interests. Read more »
January 19
Africa: Election Rigging Claims Spark Turbulence in Comoros
President Assoumani's opponents have rejected his election to a fifth term based on a meagre 16.3% voter turnout. Read more »
January 18
Africa: Flawed Elections and Poor Governance Underlie Africa's Backsliding
With nearly 20 polls this year, can a floundering AU give elections the attention they desperately need? Read more »
January 17
Africa: Can South Sudan Meet Its Election Deadline This Time?
Missed peace agreement targets and poor election preparations could result in a disputed election or another extension. Read more »
January 16
Africa: Kenya and Ethiopia Could Show the Way On Migration Governance
These two Horn of Africa countries are heavily affected by migration, and well placed to lead on policy responses. Read more »
January 15
West Africa: West Africa Fights Back Against Fake Malaria Medication
These are among the most common counterfeit drugs worldwide. Several promising interventions aim to combat the illegal trade. Read more »
January 12
Sudan: After a Glimmer of Hope, Sudan's Peace Effort Fades
Burhan and Hemedti, the bitter foes leading Sudan's civil war, have missed two dates to talk peace. Read more »
January 11
Africa: African Countries Should Not Entertain Taking Forcibly Displaced Palestinians
If Israel is indeed considering this option, African states cannot ignore the legal, humanitarian and political implications. Read more »
January 10
East Africa: Scrap Metal Smuggling Could Cripple East Africa's Infrastructure
Despite Kenya's export ban, members of the scrap metal industry are colluding to spur the illicit trade. Read more »
January 09
Africa: India Eyes Africa in Its Quest for Superpower Status
With Africa's strategic importance rising, India has leveraged the global trust deficit to become a trusted interlocutor. Read more »
January 08
Nigeria: Foreign Criminals Go for Gold in Nigeria
Solid minerals are critical national assets - and should be prioritised like the country's oil and gas exploration. Read more »
January 05
Africa: Fairer Global Tax Won't Be Enough to Cure Africa's Chronic Capital Deficit
The UN has decided an intergovernmental authority should set international tax rules and curb illicit financial flows. Read more »