Politics
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Kenneth Kaunda, the philosopher king who fell with dignity
Zambia’s first president was a flawed leader, but his legacy of inclusiveness and African unity survive in political structures to this day. When Zambians ... -
Somalia’s divided army reflects its divided politics
The Somali National Army’s recent infighting along clan lines exposed its ongoing fragility. But integration is possible. On 25 April, the Somali National Army ... -
Ethiopia: Abiy Ahmed’s two options after the election
The Prime Minister’s party is likely to consolidate power in today’s elections. How he will use this power is less clear. Barely three years ... -
Will Benin be next to see Islamist attacks?
Violent spillovers tend to occur when extremist interests and local disputes collide. As Islamist militants in West Africa have expanded the reach of their ... -
South Sudan’s other (more hopeful) peace process
In a country where people are so often seen as passive observers to events, the National Dialogue put ordinary citizens in control of their ... -
HH: “Zambians want change…We don’t count how many times we run”
An interview with Zambia’s opposition candidate Hakainde Hichilema on why Zambians should vote for him at a sixth time of asking. When Zambians go ... -
Mass abductions in Uganda: What we know and don’t know
Amid government denials and unverified claims, we spoke to dozens of former abductees, their families and officials to get a clearer picture. Since last ... -
Somaliland at 30: Still unrecognised, but alive and well
30 years after declaring independence, Somaliland is still at the margins of the international system despite its considerable successes. 30 years ago, on 18 ... -
Mauritius: A picture perfect democracy’s fall from grace
Mauritius has been listed as one of the world’s top ten autocratising nations. Can the people save it? Over the past few decades, Mauritius ... -
What Guelleh missed in trying to turn Djibouti into the “Singapore of Africa”
With only a few exceptions, states have needed a minimum level of freedom and commitment to rule of law for sustained economic success. On ...
