Pan-Africanism Reborn?

Pan-Africanism Reborn?Pan-Africanism’s long legacy as a framework for ending colonialism and advancing peace, people-based democracy, and human rights remains as vital as ever for reclaiming citizen agency.

Africa’s 2024 Elections: Challenges and Opportunities to Regain Democratic Momentum

Africa’s 2024 Elections: Challenges and Opportunities to Regain Democratic MomentumAfrica’s multifaceted 2024 electoral docket provides opportunities to strengthen multipartyism, transition back to constitutionalism following coups, and rebuff perfunctory exercises.

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Africa’s Crisis of Coups

Africa’s spate of military coups is a direct challenge to civilian led democratic governance. Building on long legacies of military government, the coups reflect African militaries’ attempt to reassert their perceived entitlement to rule.

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Oversight and Accountability to Improve Security Sector Governance in Africa

Oversight, accountability, and governance of the security sector are essential ingredients to a capable and effective force, mitigating infractions and contributing to a learning environment that improves future practices.

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African Migration Trends to Watch in 2024

Structural factors continue to drive higher levels of migration within and out of Africa. While this represents a vital source of labor for host countries, irregular migration continues to pose extraordinary risks.

Topic in Focus: External Actors in Africa
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Since its arrival in the Central African Republic in 2018, the Wagner Group has supported the Touadera government’s violent campaign against anti-government armed groups, with civilians suffering the most from this brutal campaign. In recompense, the Touadera government has granted Wagner associated companies lucrative mining licenses, while expelling communities to set up industrial scale production.

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Africa’s special relationship with India provides a foundation for a mutually beneficial and sustainable partnership built on African agency and capacity building.