Politics
Why are African Governments so Inefficient?
What makes African governments so inefficient compared to other places around the world?
Economy
No, Foreign Aid is not Making Africa Poor
The idea that foreign humanitarian assistance to Africa is the reason there is poverty around the continent is just wrong.
Nigeria
The Misplaced Priorities of Nigeria’s Political Class
Amidst the worst economy in Nigeria's history, we have once again the misplace priorities of Nigerian politicians
Politics
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?
Nigeria
Nigeria’s Politicians Are Our Biggest Obstacle to Prosperity
For too long it has been the case around Nigeria that politicians exploit their positions to enrich themselves at the expense of Nigerians
Economy
Is Getting a University Education Still Worth It?
The ballooning cost of university tuition, coupled with the growing political divides has led many to conclude that a university degree is no longer worth it
Economy
Kenya’s Anti-Tax Protests Highlight Africa’s Economic Woes
The protests by younger Kenyans against tax hikes highlight Africa's economic woes.
Nigeria
Nigerian workers deserve to earn a living wage.
This week Nigeria has been rocked by labour union strikes across various government sectors demanding higher wages from the government, which are long overdue.
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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.
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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
5 Key Takeaways from the African Continent in 2025
5 major things we learned about Africa throughout the events of 2025
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The playbook often used the European colonial governments to...
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