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Nigeria is home to 500+ kinds of graft. Here’s a new way to think about them.
Corruption in Nigeria is complicated, far-reaching, and multi-faceted. A new taxonomy can help us make sense of it. Corruption in Nigeria runs the gamut ... -
Ethiopia: Exploiting the Gulf’s scramble for the Horn of Africa
Ethiopia’s so far managed to stay neutral and balance its relationships with opposing Gulf partners. But it’s engaged in an unpredictable game. This is ... -
Congo: Why it’s time for the opposition to get behind Bemba
The former warlord is no perfect candidate. But if the opposition unite, they could finally remove the Kabila government in December elections. Sharing much ... -
Insiders insight: Is Côte d’Ivoire’s amnesty just shrewd politics?
To get the whole Insiders’ Newsletter, helping you keep track of and understand developments on the continent, click HERE to subscribe and get your ... -
Tensions and rigging allegations as Mali awaits election second-round
The first round of Mali’s presidential elections were marred by widespread accusations of ballot-stuffing, vote-buying and corruption. Malians look set to vote again on ... -
Unschooled and underfunded: How Nigeria’s desperately failing its young
Nigeria has the highest number of out-of-school children in the world. Many teachers can barely pass grade-4 tests. In the 7th century BC, the ... -
Defections and deflections: Who now holds the balance of power in Nigeria?
Dozens of politicians, including the Senate President and three governors, have defected from the ruling party. There could be more to come. This week, ... -
“We can’t go home”: What does peace mean for Eritrea’s refugees?
For Eritrea’s refugees, the declaration of peace with Ethiopia has so far brought more uncertainty and fear than hope. Sitting outside a corrugated metal ... -
Zimbabwe: Why Chamisa should change his mind about the boycott
The election is designed only to confer legitimacy on the pre-ordained victor. The opposition should refuse to play its part in this and shout ... -
Ahead of DRC elections, Kabila eyes short-terms gains from big miners
The Congolese government has plenty of leverage over mining companies and it’s not been afraid to use it to extract quick rewards recently. Last ...
