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Once Again Rumours of Paul Biya’s Death Have Begun Spreading
Once again rumours have begun to spread about the death of Paul Biya after an extended period of absence from public view
Democracy
Venezuela Should Serve as a Cautionary Tale for Africans
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
Democracy
The Silence of African Leaders on Controversial Governments
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.
Nigeria
Democracy Day Comes As Nigeria Grapples With Existential Challenges
This year marks 25 years since the return to “democratic” rule in Nigeria and it comes at a major inflection point for the country.
Opinion
Africa’s Leaders Do Not Represent Us
Perhaps one of the most frustrating aspects of African politics is that much of the world views our continent through the lens of African politicians.
Democracy
We Must Not Allow Authoritarianism to Reign Across Africa
With Authoritarianism on the rise globally, we must work to ensure that democratic rule is promoted and maintained across Africa.
USA
Trump’s Conviction is Not The Victory Democrats Think It Is
The news of the conviction of Donald Trump in a New York court sent shock waves around the world. The news had been met...
USA
Trump’s Threat to Democracy shouldn’t be underestimated; an African’s Perspective
Despite the constant attempts by Donald Trump at undermining democracy within the United States, he is still the Republican Party’s nominee and has a...
Opinion
There are Too Few “Good Politicians” in Africa
Politics is an ugly game anywhere in the world. Politicians are known for lying, cutting corners, stealing, etc., anything to get into positions of...
Media
The News Deserts of Africa
The term “News Desert” gained prominence in the United States of America after hundreds of daily and weekly newspapers were closed around the country,...
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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.