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The political economy of microwave reforms in Ethiopia 0
- Africa
- March 12, 2018
Despite ongoing protests and pressure from abroad, Ethiopia’s elite will only edge towards change.
Deadly reinforcement: ISIS fighters return to Africa 0
- Africa
- February 26, 2018
African states face a resurgent terrorist threat from experienced and dedicated ISIS fighters.
Lungu’s third term eligibility: a constitutional case 0
- Africa
- February 14, 2018
The question of whether the president can run for a third term is roiling Zambia’s political scene.
Cobalt and the Congo: a toxic but profitable mix 0
- Africa
- February 5, 2018
The Democratic Republic of Congo is capitalising on its dominant market position – at a long-term cost.
Burundi’s thugocracy and the International Criminal Court 0
- Africa
- January 29, 2018
Burundi’s withdrawal from the ICC won’t spare President Nkurunziza from the charges it may lay.
Trump, Jerusalem and religious tension in Ghana 0
- Africa
- January 22, 2018
Ghana’s religious communities have split of the US recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.

Protests in Togo: the Gnassingbe dynasty may fall next 0
- Africa
- January 1, 2018
Another large demonstration on December 30 suggests the regime is facing another year of protest.
2018 Geopolitical Forecast: Sub-Saharan Africa 0
- Africa
- December 22, 2017
Migration, elections, terrorism and separatism – Africa has a lot in store for it in 2018.
Zimbabwe’s military ousts President Mugabe: what next?0
- Africa
- November 19, 2017
President Mugabe has lost his near four-decade hold on power. How will the crisis play out?
Reviving South Sudan: a pat or shot in the arm?0
- Africa
- October 30, 2017
Regional actors are hoping President Kiir and former Vice President Machar can commit to peace.
Mugabe to Kagame: the Pan-African leadership transition 0
- Africa
- October 23, 2017
The Rwandan President Pan-African leadership could be a driving force for African unity.
Nigeria’s ailing president: reopening old wounds 0
- Africa
- September 22, 2017
President Buhari’s mysterious illness is a concern for the whole (but fragmented) nation.

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