Etietop Akpabio
Culture
How African Cultures Can Stay Relevant in the Modern Day
One of the most damaging consequences of modernity in Africa has been the gradual erosion of traditional African cultures and languages. Through both direct and indirect means, numerous cultures and languages, particularly those of minority tribes, have gone extinct...
Politics
The Problem with Anti-Americanism
For many decades, the United States has occupied a unique position in global affairs as the hegemonic power. Yet this dominance has not come without its costs
Politics
Politicians are Meant to Serve not to be Worshiped
Authoritarianism in Africa is not sustained by state violence alone. It is also reinforced by societal and cultural attitudes toward power and politics.
Opinion
The African Union Operates Exactly as Designed
There is a wide and rarely acknowledged gap between what Africans expect the African Union to be, what it claims to stand for, and what it actually exists to do
Politics
5 Key Takeaways from the African Continent in 2025
5 major things we learned about Africa throughout the events of 2025
Media
The Mainstreaming of Far-Right Conspiracy Theorists
We have witnessed the gradual mainstreaming of conspiracy theories and many of their far right influencers
Democracy
María Corina Machado: A Worthy Nobel Peace Prize Winner
María Corina Machado’s staunch advocacy for democratic rights in the face of repression and authoritarianism makes her a worthy Nobel Peace Prize winner.
Democracy
When is Revolution the Answer?
Around the world, we have seen major in Gen Z-led protests movements that have toppled governments
Politics
Why are African Governments so Inefficient?
What makes African governments so inefficient compared to other places around the world?
Nigeria
Does Nigeria Have a Christian Persecution Problem?
Christian persecution in Nigeria has become a major talking point among right-wingers in America. Do they have a point?
About Me
Etietop Akpabio is a Nigerian Blogger and Journalist at the Sahel Post, as well as the host of the African Podcast 'Africa PolitiCast.' With a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies from the University of Namibia, he is dedicated to providing insightful commentary and analysis on African affairs.
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How African Cultures Can Stay Relevant in the Modern Day
One of the most damaging consequences of modernity in Africa has been the gradual erosion of traditional African cultures...