July 16
Kenya: Will Kenya Be Better Prepared When Floods Hit Again?
Flooding claimed many lives and left hundreds of thousands displaced, dispossessed and angry at the authorities who failed them. Read more »
July 15
Mali: Stability in Mali Requires More Inclusive National Dialogue
Broad political consensus is needed for the country to benefit from some promising decisions made at the recent dialogue. Read more »
July 12
Africa: Military Muscle Rather Than Mediation Prevails in DRC
Despite a growing military coalition, President Tshisekedi is failing to subdue the M23 rebels in his country's east. Read more »
July 11
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's National Dialogue Needs a Reset
Considering that major political movements and actors reject the ongoing dialogue, a temporary pause and recalibration should be considered. Read more »
July 10
Africa: Why the African Union Should Weigh in On the Gaza Crisis
Unlike its ambiguous response to the Russia-Ukraine war, the AU's position on the destruction of Gaza has been clear. Read more »
July 09
South Africa: Is Cape Town's Drop in Business Robbery a Cause for Concern?
A fall in business robberies over the past decade could indicate rising levels of extortion and organised crime. Read more »
July 08
Africa: Mozambique Can Learn From Other African Countries About Hosting IDPs
Assisting internally displaced people is crucial for humanitarian and security reasons, but the government has no plan to support them. Read more »
July 05
South Africa: Meaningful Dialogue Can Forge Positive Change in South Africa
Those convening the national dialogue promised by President Ramaphosa could learn from the innovative Violence Prevention Forum. Read more »
July 04
Togo: Hasty Constitutional Reforms Deepen Tensions in Togo
Togo's successive crises have been driven by conflicts relating to presidential term limits and democratic power transfers. Read more »
July 03
Ethiopia: Without Peace in Ethiopia, Transitional Justice Will Be Difficult
A comprehensive cessation of hostilities is necessary for the country to reap the benefits of effective transitional justice. Read more »
July 02
South Africa: How Will South Africa's New Coalition Govt Steer Foreign Policy?
The challenge of decision making by consensus may see South Africa adopting more middle-of-the-road policies on pressing global challenges. Read more »
July 01
South Africa: What South Africans Need From Political Leaders Is a Commitment to Peace
Positive change is possible but requires ethical leadership from the new cabinet and a shared vision for a peaceful future. Read more »
June 28
Africa: Burhan and Hemedti's Deadly Hunger Games
As civil war pushes Sudan towards famine, the West and BRICS should rein in foreign states meddling in the conflict. Read more »
June 27
Africa: Quality Education Delivers Growth - but Africa's Scorecard Remains Poor
The African Union has dedicated 2024 to improving education, a task requiring new thinking and rapid technological adoption. Read more »
June 26
Africa: Russia's Growing Influence in Africa Calls for More Balanced Partnerships
As Moscow makes gains through bilateral deals, African states must avoid getting drawn into a global proxy conflict. Read more »
June 25
Africa: Blue Carbon Markets - Africa Must Carefully Balance Risks and Rewards
Africa's productive blue carbon ecosystems offer climate mitigation solutions, but countries must guard against the exploitation of local communities. Read more »
June 24
Africa: Meagre Gender Data Blocks Equality for African Women
Without information on gender roles and relations, both gender inequality and sustainable development will remain a struggle. Read more »
June 21
Malawi: Saulos Chilima's Sudden Death Leaves a Dangerous Vacuum in Malawi
The former vice-president's death could create a political dilemma or an opportunity for President Lazarus Chakwera. Read more »
June 20
Africa: African Refugees Neglected As Crises Worsen
World Refugee Day is a reminder that Africa and the world cannot peacefully maintain the current pace of displacement. Read more »
June 19
Mali: Timber Logging Drives Jnim's Expansion in Mali
The unregulated timber logging economy is central to extremists' governance strategies and regional infiltration. Read more »
June 18
Congo-Kinshasa: Rampant Cobalt Smuggling and Corruption Deny Billions to DRC
The country's extractive reform strategy doesn't address the impact of illegal cobalt mining on people, the environment and the economy. Read more »
June 17
Africa: Cabinda to Cape Town - How Crime-Proof Are Africa's Atlantic Shores?
With all eyes on pirates and politics in the Gulf of Guinea and the Indian Ocean, who is keeping an eye on Africa's South Atlantic? Read more »
June 14
Africa: First Korea-Africa Summit - Another Missed Opportunity for Africa
African delegates arrived in Seoul last week without a collective plan. But did they need one? Read more »
June 13
Ghana: Is Ghana Heading Towards Election-Related Unrest?
Ahead of the December 2024 elections, heightened mistrust in state institutions and unresolved tensions threaten to disrupt the polls. Read more »
June 12
West Africa: Could Senegal Help Mediate Tensions Between Ecowas and AES States?
Given their favourable standing with Alliance of Sahel States (AES) countries, Senegal's new leaders could resolve regional tensions. Read more »