The Libyan disaster
Femi Akomolafe writes on the disaster that is Libya today, three years after NATO’s leaders and their planes brought “democracy” and “freedom” to the North …
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Kenya: How terrorism is redefining the role of the military
The Kenyan military has always played a minimal role in civilian matters. But the ever-increasing threat of terrorism is now redefining the country’s civilian-military relations. …
Nigeria: Mind the gap
Africa is experiencing a sustained period of strong economic growth, which has led to an emerging middle class with more disposable income, who can afford …
10 lessons from China that can transform Africa
China is still a developing country and is by no means perfect. However, what it has managed to achieve in about 30 years is very …
Zambia: Let the succession battle begin
How factions get realigned will redefine and redraw the battle lines. But one thing is certain: with the diminishing role of the incumbent in the …
Seychelles: A parable of success
President James Michel of the Seychelles is not a gambler. But when it mattered most, he took one of the most daring political gambles in …