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The Exit of the French Military From West Africa Should be Met With Caution
As the French military withdraws from West Africa, we must be mindful of potential dangers and work to fill any security vacuums caused by their departure
Democracy
The Era of Military Dictatorship in the Sahel is Here to Stay
Hopes for a return to democratic rule are fading as the military regimes in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso work to further entrench their positions of power
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.
Politics
The Devastating War in Sudan Enters Into Its Third Year
The Civil War in Sudan between the Sudanese Military and RSF, which has caused the world's worst humanitarian crisis, has now entered its third year.
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.
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 DRC is the Biggest Manifestation of Africa’s Resource Curse
A recent coup attempt in the DRC brought to bear much of the burden borne by African nations due to the presence of natural resources.
Nigeria
The Long Term Effects of Insecurity in the Sahel
Insecurity has been a plague across various countries within the Sahel region for nearly two decades at this point. Insurgencies from armed groups have...
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.
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Why I started an African Blog
This is the very first article that would enter my blog, so I thought it would be fitting to make a short introduction of myself and my plans for the blog.