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Africans, We Are More Susceptible to Propaganda Than You May Think

The rise in fame of Captain Ibrahim Traoré should be a warning sign to us that we are far more susceptible to propaganda than we may realise.

Freedom of Expression is Vital for Democracy to be Sustained

A Nigerian TikToker found herself being attacked by the government for insulting the President, in a worrying trend for the state of freedom of expression.

Venezuela Should Serve as a Cautionary Tale for Africans

The recent elections in Venezuela should serve as a cautionary tale for African about the dangers of the democratic backsliding seen over the last few years

The Silence of African Leaders on Controversial Governments

African regimes often maintain an unspoken alliance, to not criticise or address each other's issues. This year’s SADC summit exposes this tacit once again.

Protests in Africa: The Deadly Cost of Speaking Out

Too often it has been the case around Africa that peaceful protest has been met with violent crackdowns. The actions by Kenyan police are the latest example.

Democracy Day Comes As Nigeria Grapples With Existential Challenges

This year marks 25 years since the return to “democratic” rule in Nigeria and it comes at a major inflection point for the country.

We Must Not Allow Authoritarianism to Reign Across Africa

With Authoritarianism on the rise globally, we must work to ensure that democratic rule is promoted and maintained across Africa.

Military Regimes Should Not be Celebrated by Africans

Following coups that have taken place across the Sahel, the coup leaders have often been greeted with praise. However, these are not events to be celebrated.

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Africans, We Are More Susceptible to Propaganda Than You May Think

The rise in fame of Captain Ibrahim Traoré should be a warning sign to us that we are far more susceptible to propaganda than we may realise.
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Is Donald Trump Failing in His Role as a Peacemaker?

On his inauguration day, Donald Trump claimed that he hopes to be remembered for his role as a peacemaker, so far he has failed to live up to that title.

The Devastating War in Sudan Enters Into Its Third Year

The Civil War in Sudan between the Sudanese Military and RSF, which has caused the world's worst humanitarian crisis, has now entered its third year.

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ECOWAS Needs to Have Its Own Joint Security Force

After over a decade of armed insurgents ravaging the region, it is time for ECOWAS to form it own regional security force to combat terrorism.

American Politics Has Taken Up All the Attention Once Again

The US Presidential election has once again managed to capture the whole world’s attention over the last few weeks ahead of many other major gloabl events

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Is it time to change Africa’s Borders?

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