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Overlapping territorial claims continue to fuel conflict in Abyei, which is claimed by both Sudan and South Sudan.
Satire and humour have always been sites for popular engagement with the state in Kenya.
Ali Hassan Mwinyi successfully drove economic and political reforms in Tanzania, all in the shadow of his predecessor, Julius Nyerere.
Ghana’s anti-gay bill will affect heterosexual’s too
Regional countries are embroiled in a geopolitical struggle over influence and survival.
The persistence of the Al-Shabaab terror group has convinced Turkey it needs to provide more active military support in Somalia.
John Hlophe’s impeachment sets an example to other members of the judiciary who may feel tempted to abuse their power.
Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso have much to lose if they cannot migrate to and from neighbouring countries in Ecowas.
Youth migration, unemployment, proliferation of small arms and drugs are some of the drivers of violent crimes in Lagos.
A major hurdle in South Sudan is the presence of detractors who could undermine the successful implementation of peace agreements.
The peace agreement was short-lived largely due to the absence of open and genuine commitments by both sides.
Sudan Armed Forces have made a series of military and political blunders that could hasten the collapse of the state.
Protests in Kinshasa are an indictment of the lack of attention to the Congolese crisis.
Oromia is a cultural, economic and political powerhouse. It significantly shapes Ethiopia’s identity and trajectory.
Undermining the delicate relations between Israel and Egypt could potentially grant Hamas a strategic political achievement.
Will the Wagner Group under new leadership uphold the ruthless modus operandi that propelled it to the spotlight in Africa?
Sex workers have a deep understanding of their needs but development partnerships tend to prioritise scientific knowledge.
The politics of ethnicity laid the groundwork for Mungiki.
Electoral reforms are urgent for Tanzania because local elections are scheduled for December 2024.
If the international reactions are anything to go by, Ethiopia’s Red Sea port deal is easier said than done.
Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger announced their intention to leave Ecowas. This may be a pointer to a deeper crisis in the Sahel region.
Senegal is considered west Africa’s most stable democracy because it has never suffered a coup d'etat. But all its former presidents have attempted to extend their tenure of office.
The fact that the presidency is attempting to get away with minimal regulation of bulk interception raises doubt about its commitment to ending intelligence abuse.
The decision by the three countries could change the dynamics of Ecowas.