Nigeria
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.
Nigeria
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
Politics
Separatist Forces Will Forever Be A Problem Across Africa
The results of the borders established during the colonial era by European powers still has its effects on Africa today.
Politics
Sports And Politics: A Match Made in Hell
Perhaps one of the most detrimental social trends of the last decade has been the fusing of politics with many aspects of social life.
Politics
Africans Should Be Worried About the Crisis in Haiti
As Africans, we should care about the crisis overwhelming Haiti right now due to our shared histories of colonial oppression.
Politics
French Imperialism Didn’t Cause the Coups in West Africa
A common misconception that has arisen, particularly on social media, is the notion that the coups took place to fight against French imperialism in the region.
Politics
The African Union Has Become an Irrelevant Institution
In the face of many of numerous crises faced by the African continent; the African Union has largely become an irrelevant and ineffectual institution.
Politics
The Myth of ‘African Unity’
There are many within Africa who often like to imagine a world where African countries would come together and collectively work towards a brighter...
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African Trends: Iran War Causes Spike in Oil Prices
The consequences of the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran have not limited to the Middle East.
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When is Foreign Intervention Justified?
When a government turns its weapons on its own people, does sovereignty still shield it from outside intervention?
African Trends: When will Africa become self-sufficient?
The growing starvation crisis across the continent begs the question: when will Africa become self-sufficient?
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As Africans, We Shouldn’t Turn Our Backs on Democracy
In another article titled "Has Democracy Been Effective in Africa?" I...
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.
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