Research by the Institute for Economics & Peace illustrates how an understanding of the systemic nature of challenges makes it possible to build resilience and treat the root causes of problems.

UNFPA’s Mabinge Ngom explains the vision behind the setting up of the African Union’s African Humanitarian Agency (AfHA).

African leaders no longer feel the need to hide their true opinions behind banal statements at global events – they are now speaking out and not mincing their words.

Kidnapping for ransom is reaching epidemic proportions in South Africa. Criminal gangs, many with foreign links, seem to be able to operate with impunity – creating a climate of fear among many communities.

For women, as well as Africa’s burgeoning youth population to become economically effective, it is essential that they become financially literate.

The recently launched Child Learning and Education Facility (CLEF) in Côte d’Ivoire seeks to improve access to and quality of education for millions of children in Côte d’Ivoire.

Africa will be watching with great anticipation as its five representatives take to the field against the world’s strongest football powers. How will our teams fare in Qatar?

The French geopolitical expert Gérard Chaliand sheds light on the current crises gripping the world.

In “Female Fear Factory”, Pumela Dineo Gqola examines the complexity of living in a patriarchal culture as a woman. Review and interview with the author by Gail Collins.

France, the former colonial power in Mali, withdrew all its forces in August. Who will fill the vacuum and how will this translate into the political dynamics on the ground?

Oil, which for decades held pride of place in Nigeria’s economic calculations, is being gradually pushed off the stage. In its place, the new ICT and creative industries are coming to the fore.

What is needed is a long, trusting relationship, not just between States but also with civil societies, says the former French President.