Politics
Is this South Africa’s Most Important Election?
South Africa recently commemorated the end of Apartheid. During this time, the sacrifices that had been made by Nelson Mandela are remembered as well....
Politics
Africa’s Politicians Are Too Old
Africa has a major problem, its leaders are too old. Despite being the youngest continent in the world, Africa’s leaders are often many decades...
Opinion
Africa’s Political Class Is Too Out Of Touch
One of the most frustrating aspects of the African political climate is how corrupt and out of touch most of our leaders and politician...
Politics
Is it time to change Africa’s Borders?
Africa’s borders were not drawn up by Africans. They were drawn up by Europeans during the colonial era, often without much regard for the...
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.
Democracy
Why Africa’s Youth Aren’t Interested in Politics
Africa is the youngest continent in the world, however, much of Africa's political class is still dominated by older generations. Despite making up the...
Economy
The harrowing Journeys of Africans Seeking Better Lives Abroad
Over the last decade numerous people from Africa making the dangerous trip across the Mediterranean Sea in search of a bettter life in Europe.
Democracy
Has “Democracy” been effective in Africa?
Nearly all African countries have been independent for many decades at this point. Following independence, many of our countries did not experience democratic governance...
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