Opinion
2025: A Year of Undemocratic Elections Across Africa
African elections in 2025 can be most characterised by their undemocratic nature in so many countries across the continent.
Democracy
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Throughout the course of the Trump administration, we have seen a major attack on one of America’s most cherished values, the right to freedom of expression
Democracy
The False Portrayal of Ibrahim Traoré on Social Media
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.
Opinion
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.
Democracy
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
Democracy
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.
Democracy
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.
Nigeria
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.
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Social media keeps turning shocking criminal cases into public spectacles, rewarding outrage and conspiracy over facts or nuance.
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There is Nothing Wrong with Black Hair
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