Democracy
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.
Democracy
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.
USA
Trump’s Threat to Democracy shouldn’t be underestimated; an African’s Perspective
Despite the constant attempts by Donald Trump at undermining democracy within the United States, he is still the Republican Party’s nominee and has a...
Democracy
We need more Democracy in Africa, not less
Democratic governance has demonstrated its status as one of the most effective systems of government globally. The transparency and accountability inherent in democratic nations...
Democracy
As Africans, We Shouldn’t Turn Our Backs on Democracy
In another article titled "Has Democracy Been Effective in Africa?" I discussed some of the arguments made by those who view democratic governance as having negative...
Politics
Is ECOWAS Falling Apart?
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is currently grappling with one of its most significant challenges since its establishment in 1975.
Democracy
Why Africa’s Youth Aren’t Interested in Politics
Africa is the youngest continent in the world, however, much of Africa's political class is still dominated by older generations. Despite making up the...
Democracy
Has “Democracy” been effective in Africa?
Nearly all African countries have been independent for many decades at this point. Following independence, many of our countries did not experience democratic governance...
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There is Nothing Wrong with Black Hair
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