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Party Dissolutions in Burkina Faso: Charting the Course of Democracy
In an international environment where the multilateralism system is in crisis and the levers for democratic pressure are weakened, the…
Elections in the Digital Age: Uganda 2026 and Africa’s Transparency Challenges
What happened in Uganda echoes far beyond its own borders. Across the continent, arguments over election-time internet shutdowns keep resurfacing…
Central African Republic’s Elections: A Political Analysis of Electoral Legitimacy and Opposition Boycott
The main opposition coalition’s adoption of the boycott strategy automatically gave President Touadéra’s camp more “yes” votes. The move gave…
Will Somaliland’s recognition by Israel Affect Peace and Stability in the Horn of Africa?
Israel’s recognition of Somaliland would be geopolitically important but strategically difficult. While it could promote security cooperation and reward effective…
Eritrea’s Sudden Exit from IGAD: Analyzing the Motivations Behind Its Withdrawal After Rejoining in 2023
The origins of economic integration initiatives in Africa trace back to the continent’s historical antecedents, with a multitude of trade…
Shaping Nigeria’s Future: Key Transformational Agenda Set for Implementation in 2026
As 2026 draws near, the administration of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is preparing to undertake a strategic transition in the…
The Coup d’état in Guinea-Bissau: What You Need to Know
On 26 November 2025 a group of army officers in Guinea-Bissau announced they had taken “total control”, suspended the electoral…
How Trump’s Deportation Policy Undermines Africa’s Sovereignty
President Trump’s deportation agenda has not just impacted individual African migrants but has also undermined Africa’s sovereignty systematically through pressuring…
Lomé ‘s Port: The Hidden Influence on West Africa’s Political Landscape
Togo, a country of western Africa. Lomé, the capital, it is situated in the southwest of the country and is…
Ethiopia’s Dam: A Geopolitical Battle for Nile Supremacy
Ethiopia and Egypt have been trying to find an agreement for years over the $4 billion dam, which Ethiopia began…
Assessing the Future of Sudan and UAE Diplomatic Relations: A Critical Review
Sudan’s political history has been marked by coups, counter-coups, and a persistent tug-of-war between military and civilian forces. Sudan now…
Power at Stake: Is Gabon Heading Towards Change with Oligui Nguema?
Gabon will hold presidential elections on April 12 to end military rule which began with a coup on April 30,…