Politics
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The choice for the next African Union chairperson is too important to get wrong
Being chairperson of the AU commission is a hugely difficult but important role. It is crucial Africa finds the best person for the job. This ... -
How to steal from Africa, all perfectly legally
When UK PM David Cameron opens the Anti-Corruption Summit on 12 May, we should be aware that the greatest fraud perpetrated on the majority of ... -
Boko Haram: A review of Eat the Heart of the Infidel
Andrew Walker’s book on the rise of Boko Haram is a mine of fascinating information. But like any mine, its valuable nuggets can take some hard labour ... -
Between a rock and a hard place: Gambians tackle Fortress Europe
The number of Gambians seeking asylum in Europe nearly quintupled between 2012 and 2014. The fact that most are turned away as ‘economic migrants’ speaks to ... -
Some new beginnings? The challenges facing Central African Republic’s new president
What are the main issues facing President Touadéra and how well-equipped is he to deal with them? With a new and democratically-elected president in ... -
Africa needs the space to learn (and make mistakes) on its own terms
As Africa finds its voice after centuries of being silenced, well-intentioned outsiders must be careful to help and not hijack this moment. Just back ... -
Boko Haram, Islamic State, and the underlying concerns for West Africa
Last year, Boko Haram pledged allegiance to the Islamic State. What’s come of it? When Boko Haram released a recording in March 2015 in ... -
“Our stomachs will make themselves heard”: What Sankara can teach us about food justice today
When it comes to food justice, environmentalism and ecological practices, Thomas Sankara was way ahead of his time. In recent weeks, news of food ... -
Slave states: a story of survival in the Gulf
African migrants are increasingly moving to rich Gulf States in search of opportunity. More often than not they find exploitation. This is Harriet’s story. For ... -
The Tana Security Forum: In need of a reboot
One of the few spaces in which an African security agenda could be debated frankly has been damaged, but it can be brought back ...
