Democracy
Why have term limits at all?
Do presidential term limits help or hinder development in Africa?
Democracy
No African Country will ever be like Singapore
As admiration for Lee Kuan Yew grows across Africa, many overlook the structural differences that made Singapore’s success possible
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.
Democracy
MarÃa Corina Machado: A Worthy Nobel Peace Prize Winner
MarÃa 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
Proportional Representation is the most Democratic Form of Governance
The first-past-the-post electoral system is a relic of a bygone era, an outdated system that distorts representation and stifles democracy.
Democracy
We have Civilian Government, Not Democracy, Across Africa
A growing trend online has been asserting that democracy has failed Africa. The flaw in this rationale is the conflating of civilian government with democracy.
Democracy
The Era of Military Dictatorship in the Sahel is Here to Stay
Hopes for a return to democratic rule are fading as the military regimes in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso work to further entrench their positions of power
Latest news
Why have term limits at all?
Do presidential term limits help or hinder development in Africa?
- Advertisement -
The Tragedy of South African Xenophobia
South Africa is confronting something deeper than an immigration debate. It is confronting a societal illness that has gradually been allowed to fester.
What Has America’s War with Iran Actually Achieved?
It has been over four months since the US and Israel launched their war against Iran therefore it is worth asking: what has been gained so far from the conflict?
Must read
The DRC is the Biggest Manifestation of Africa’s Resource Curse
A recent coup attempt in the DRC brought to bear much of the burden borne by African nations due to the presence of natural resources.
Tribal Politics Have Had Terrible Consequences in Nigeria
Nigeria's internal divisions have meant that tribal politics has been the norm over the decades since the country gained independence
You might also likeRELATEDRecommended to you
Is the US No Longer a Reliable Partner for Africa Under Donald Trump
Does Donald Trump's 'America First' agenda make the United States a less reliable partner for Africa?
The Significance of Kai Cenat’s trip to Makoko
Recently, the popular Twitch streamer, Kai Cenat, made a...
Do Africans Need To Be More Nationalistic?
The idea around national identity has played a major...