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The EU’s landmark carbon tool presents major catch-22 for Africa
The CBAM will push producers to decarbonise yet make it harder to do so. Our modelling suggests the policy could cut Africa’s GDP by ... -
Senegal’s angry protesters are proud defenders of their democracy
Senegal’s protesters should be lauded for defending their country’s democracy, not condemned for fomenting chaos. Last week, Senegal, often touted as a beacon of ... -
We analysed climate research on Africa. Here’s what we found
Just 25% of academic articles on energy transitions in Africa are by researchers on the continent. African countries today face a dual challenge: development ... -
Could the jihadis dismantle the Sahelian state?
Beleaguered by a decade of Salafi-jihadist attacks, riven by internal grievances and undermined by the corrupt Francafrique system of clientelism and extraction, are the ... -
The Sudan Crisis viewed from Juba: A path towards resolution
Given their strong historical bonds, and Juba’s track record, what is the argument for Juba to mediate the conflict in Sudan? With over 500 ... -
Zambia: The president’s five-point plan to stay in power at all costs
Hichilema is desperate to retain power and already has a worrying plan three years ahead of time. Zambia’s next general election is not due ... -
The two defining challenges facing South Africa
Stagnation at home and fence-sitting abroad are costing the country dearly, and the costs are only rising. South Africa is facing two fundamental challenges, ...