African Arguments
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Could the opposition really secure a shock victory in Tanzania’s election?
Having suppressed the usual channels for expressing grievances, would President Magufuli know if he was unpopular before it’s too late? For many political observers, ... -
The powerful tactics of subversion in Beyoncé’s Black is King
Using themes of water and royalty, the American artist reframes narratives of Blackness. When Black is King was released across the globe in late ... -
Politicians divided South Sudanese refugees. Sport can re-unite us.
During COVID-19, youth from different ethnic groups have worked together drawing on teamwork and friendships forged on the football pitch. I was eight years ... -
The Gambia: Why MPs just shot down the popular new draft constitution
Replacing “Jammeh’s constitution” had been one of President Barrow’s priorities. So why did his supporters abruptly end the process? On 22 September, a landmark ... -
Received wisdom says the state should stay out of the resource sector
The data suggests otherwise. When it comes to resource extraction, there’s conventional wisdom among most economists and development agencies: that private enterprises are more ... -
High stakes and pent up tensions in Côte d’Ivoire’s presidential election
Political leaders are unlikely to resolve rising tensions. To ensure stability, the electoral commission and regional bodies must intervene. As Côte d’Ivoire’s much-anticipated 31 ... -
The “independent entrepreneurs” of the Sahel
Through photos taken over a decade, The Dynamics of Dust provides a rare look into the lives of people in the Sahel and their ... -
For sustainable agriculture in West Africa, let’s leave our echo chambers
Regional governments are supporting agroecology with one hand and business as usual with the other. Sustainable agriculture is growing fast in West Africa, and ... -
“They have to give us our 100% food ration back”
Hit by 30% ration cuts and with no land to grow our own food, South Sudanese refugees in Uganda are stuck between a rock ... -
Failing to prepare for dignified COVID-19 burials is preparing to fail
African countries can hope for the best-case scenario, but should plan now for the worst. Across the world, the coronavirus continues to spread with ...
