Yearly Archives: 2016
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The African Union can and must intervene to prevent atrocities in South Sudan
The challenge facing the African Heads of State and Government as they meet in Kigali this week is not whether but how to act in South ... -
The UN had to go, but is Liberia ready to keep its own peace?
With thousands of UN peacekeepers leaving Liberia after 13 years, the country could be facing the most important transition in its history. Liberia has had more ... -
Is it all over between Namibia and North Korea?
After Namibia was accused of violating UN sanctions on North Korea, it seemed to cut links with its old partner. But not completely. For several years now, the ... -
Bankrupting Mozambique: From poster child to cautionary tale
The actions of unaccountable elites and international banks have undermined Mozambique’s impressive progress, with the costs falling on the shoulders of ordinary Mozambicans. Over much of the ... -
South Sudan: For every corrupt general, there are thousands who wish only for peace
As deadly fighting returns, peacekeeping and civilian protection must be the first priority, but justice must also be on the agenda. The savagery of the resurgent ... -
Who’s behind South Sudan’s return to fighting?
Despite President Kiir and Vice-President Machar’s call for calm, hundreds have been killed and thousands displaced in Juba over the past few days. As heavy fighting ... -
Why elections may be the only answer for South Sudan
The peace agreement won’t be implemented under the current leadership. And the escalating fighting in Juba highlights the danger of continued inaction. Five years ago today, ... -
5 years on, South Sudan is at a critical juncture…again
With its economy in dire straits, the rate at which the world’s youngest state is consuming itself is unsustainable. Change is imminent. As South Sudan approaches ... -
#Zimbabwe: The revolution will be hashtagged
With traditional avenues of criticism being closed off, Zimbabweans have taken to protesting online. But don’t mistake this for slacktivism. In a moment of deep frustration ... -
Uncertain trade, less progressive aid and a new colonial-minded PM? What Brexit means for Africa
Chaos has been unleashed and we all will be poorer because of Brexit, including in Africa. 23 June saw the UK vote for Brexit. A populist ...
