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As Kenyan president Ruto ticks off his to-do list from US state visit, we review some of his claims, including on peacekeeping
By: Africa Check 28th June 2024 On 24 June 2024, US president Joe Biden formally designated Kenya a “major” ally in defence and security, a status almost identical to that enjoyed... →
Lack of transparency
By: Terence Creamer 28th June 2024 The tapering of loadshedding has arguably provided the Eskom board and executive team with some much-needed time and space to consider the future... →
Kenya protests: Ruto pulling the finance bill is unlikely to satisfy angry young protesters – here’s why
27th June 2024 In a move that shocked observers, Kenya’s President William Ruto announced on 26 June he was withdrawing his government’s highly controversial... →
Quality education delivers growth – but Africa’s scorecard remains poor
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 27th June 2024 The African Union has dedicated 2024 to improving education, a task requiring new thinking and rapid technological adoption. Better education in... →
Russia’s growing influence in Africa calls for more balanced partnerships
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 26th June 2024 As Moscow makes gains through bilateral deals, African states must avoid getting drawn into a global proxy conflict. In early June, Russian Foreign... →
South Africa’s coalition government – making the case for hope
26th June 2024 In the aftermath of South Africa’s recent election, renewed hope has made an unexpected appearance. In difficult times, even small gains can be... →
Terror attacks and kidnappings spread in Nigeria: why Lagos could be a target
26th June 2024 Crimes that were previously associated with Nigeria’s northern region – like kidnapping for ransom and terrorism – appear to be spreading to the... →
Blue carbon markets: Africa must carefully balance risks and rewards
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 25th June 2024 Africa’s productive blue carbon ecosystems offer climate mitigation solutions, but countries must guard against the exploitation of local... →
How and why I plan to support the GNU – Part one
By: Raymond Suttner 24th June 2024 Watching developments in the Government of National Unity (GNU) over the recent period, I remain hopeful that its being set up will represent a new... →
Meagre gender data blocks equality for African women
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 24th June 2024 Without information on gender roles and relations, both gender inequality and sustainable development will remain a struggle. Information on... →
