Authoritarianism in Africa is not sustained by state violence alone. It is also reinforced by societal and cultural attitudes toward power and politics.

5 major things we learned about Africa throughout the events of 2025

The first-past-the-post electoral system is a relic of a bygone era, an outdated system that distorts representation and stifles democracy.

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.

African elections in 2025 can be most characterised by their undemocratic nature in so many countries across the continent.

Social media has transformed the way we communicate with each other and the way we consume news. However, it will never be a substitute for actual journalism.

Once again rumours have begun to spread about the death of Paul Biya after an extended period of absence from public view

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

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.

This year marks 25 years since the return to “democratic” rule in Nigeria and it comes at a major inflection point for the country.