Burning Bridges or Improving Aid: The Impact of the Suspension of USAID Activities on Africa.
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) was established in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy. Its key focus ...
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Tag: 2025
Transforming Africa’s Agriculture to Mitigate Food Crisis
The African Union (AU) in January 2025 launched a bold new strategy to revolutionise agriculture and secure food self-sufficiency across ...
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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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The Impact Trump’s Mass Immigrant Deportations Could Have on Africa’s Resources and Security
Introduction Since taking office on 20 January, President Donald Trump has issued a series of executive orders to tighten immigration ...
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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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The New Frontlines: Climate Change as a Catalyst for Terrorism in Africa
Climate change is swiftly altering the security and stability landscape in Africa, becoming a major factor in the rise of ...
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The Unseen Threats Above: How Drones Are Redefining Terrorism in Africa
What if the skies above Africa transformed into a battleground, where silent drones dictate the terms of safety and security? ...
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The Price of Virality: Managing User Information in an Era of Social Media Breaches & Cybersecurity Contagion
Introduction Social media platforms have grown exponentially in recent years, substantially altering how individuals communicate, share information, and engage with ...
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Instability in Mali and Niger Birthed a Terrorist Group in Nigeria: The Case of the Lakurawa Group
Introduction The Lakurawa group has emerged as a notable example of how small violent groups in Nigeria can transform into ...
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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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