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Will Elections in 2025 Dim Africa’s Democracy Torch or Make It Shine Even Brighter?
In 2024, several elections were held across Africa, reflecting a wide range of political landscapes, from presidential and legislative contests...
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Is Democracy the Key to Unlocking Africa’s Growth Potential?
Introduction Africa was predominantly governed by authoritarian regimes for much of its post-independence history. However, the wave of democratisation that...
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Leveraging Technology to Combat Violent Extremism in West Africa
Violent or religious violent extremism remains a pervasive challenge in West Africa, undermining the region's stability, security, and development. Militant...
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The Economic Cost of Terrorism in Africa
Introduction Terrorism has emerged as one of Africa's most critical challenges, considerably affecting the economic stability and growth of numerous...
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Ghana-Russia Ties Under A New President: A Gaze Into The Geopolitical Crystal Ball
In the aftermath of Ghana’s 2024 elections which Mr John Mahama and his party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) won...
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Ghana’s First-Ever Female Vice President Joins Africa’s Ever-Growing Glass Ceiling Breakers
On Tuesday, 7 January 2025, Ghana made history by swearing in a woman as vice president. Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang,...
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Youth and Governance in Africa: Should African Leaders Be Worried?
Introduction The youth in Africa, particularly Gen Z (those born between the mid-to-late 1990s and early 2010s), are increasingly becoming...
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Ibrahim Toure’s Visit to President Mahama’s Inauguration: Implications for the West African Subregion and Lessons for Ghana
Introduction The dynamics in West Africa have changed since the last couple of years, with the region facing an increasing...
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How Mis/Disinformation Shapes Electoral Outcomes: Lessons from Ghana’s 2024 Elections
Introduction Ghana’s 7th December 2024 elections were significant in determining the political direction of the country. However, the elections were...
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The Return of Mahama: A New Dawn or a Familiar Path?
The December 2024 general elections marked a significant milestone in Ghana’s democratic journey. The electorate decisively voted to return former...
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