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Kenya unrest: Ruto awakened class politics that now threatens to engulf him
4th July 2024 Many of the grievances of Kenya’s Gen-Z, young people who took to the streets in late June, have been palpable for years. I witnessed these during... →
Hasty constitutional reforms deepen tensions in Togo
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 4th July 2024 Togo’s successive crises have been driven by conflicts relating to presidential term limits and democratic power transfers. Togo’s recently revised... →
Kenya’s beleaguered president Ruto chose a live interview to defend his record, but did his claims add up?
By: Africa Check 4th July 2024 Under siege from young citizens furious over tax plans widely seen as punitive, police abductions and the killing of protesters, Kenyan president... →
South Africa’s new agricultural leadership should focus on getting things done, not designing new policies
3rd July 2024 South Africa’s primary agriculture sector accounts for nearly 3% of GDP and about 8% when considering the value of agro-processing. But it can... →
How democracy can work at community level: 3 lessons from a South African protest movement
3rd July 2024 Popular protests have surged around the world over the last decade. But do they work? And what lessons can be learnt from communities who have a... →
Why liberation movements fail when they come to power: South Africa and Namibia are cases in point
3rd July 2024 Decreased support for the African National Congress (ANC) in South Africa’s elections on 29 May was expected. But a decline from 57% to 40% marked... →
Without peace in Ethiopia, transitional justice will be difficult
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 3rd July 2024 A comprehensive cessation of hostilities is necessary for the country to reap the benefits of effective transitional justice. Last month,... →
How will SA’s new coalition government steer foreign policy?
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 3rd July 2024 The challenge of decision making by consensus may see South Africa adopting more middle-of-the-road policies on pressing global challenges. South... →
Africa's Trade Potential: Navigating Opportunities Amidst Global Transformations
3rd July 2024 As the world experiences significant economic shifts, Africa is emerging as a promising market for businesses worldwide. Against this backdrop,... →
What South Africans need from political leaders is a commitment to peace
2nd July 2024 Positive change is possible but requires ethical leadership from the new cabinet and a shared vision for a peaceful future. The May 2024 elections... →
