African politics
- Politics, Power & Governance
Is Pan-Africanism Entering a New Era?
For much of the twentieth century, Pan-Africanism was a rallying cry for political liberation. It animated independence movements, inspired continental…
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Why African Elections Are Always Framed as “Tests”
Every few months, somewhere on the continent, a familiar phrase returns to global headlines. “A crucial test of democracy.”“A test…
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Is the African Union Losing Influence, or Simply Changing Its Role?
Each time a coup unfolds somewhere on the continent, the same question returns with renewed urgency. What exactly is the…
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How Colonial Rule Created the Myth of Tribalism
Few words are invoked as casually in discussions about Africa as “tribalism.” It appears in headlines, policy briefings, and foreign…
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Why Western Media Still Struggles to Explain African Conflicts
When violence erupts somewhere on the African continent, the explanation often comes quickly and sounds familiar. Ethnic tensions. Tribal rivalries.…
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Why “Tribalism” Is a Colonial Invention, Not an African Tradition
“Tribalism” is one of the most common explanations offered whenever Africa’s political tensions or conflicts are discussed. It appears in…
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Why Military Takeovers Are Resurfacing in Africa and Why Each Case Remains Distinct
When soldiers seize state television to announce the downfall of a government, it is tempting to view these events as…
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Ex-president seeks forgiveness of Algerians
Algeria‘s Constitutional Council formalized President Abdelaziz Bouteflika’s departure Wednesday from the office he held for two decades, as rattled international…
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African citizens have good reasons to be fed up with their politicians
A few months ago, a video in which a street boy blamed bad leadership for Nigeria’s socioeconomic problems, went viral on social…
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Who’s Who Guide to the Top Contenders to Lead South Africa's ANC
The battle to replace South African President Jacob Zuma as the leader of the African National Congress in December is…
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