With Türkiye successfully mediating between Somalia and Ethiopia over a naval deal involving breakaway Somaliland, Ethiopia’s defense minister visited Somalia, indicating improved relations after heightened tensions...
The year 2024 came with a lot of excitement and opportunities for women. The 2024 International Women’s Day was celebrated under the theme ‘Invest in women: Accelerate...
The energetic African youth population continues to be the greatest contributor to its global presence. The entertainment space is dominated by young, talented artists who continue...
By Paul Nantulya Africa-China relations in 2025 kicked off with a trip to the continent by China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi from January 5-11. Since 1991,...
By Godfred Zina Military chiefs in some African countries have been replaced, but this trend may have far-reaching implications for the continent’s stability and governance. Recently, President...
Festive seasons bring about merrymaking in various homes across the globe. They really provide an avenue for intercultural relations while showing the similarities that exist in...
By Danilo Desiderio Compared to other continents, Africa has a very limited and underdeveloped railway network. A paper published from Tralac in September 2023 noted that the majority...
By Godfred Zina Despite Africa’s economy rising to $2.8 trillion in 2024, there continue to be economic disparities among the 54 African countries, including South Sudan. With...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The history of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is that of a resource-rich territory that is faced with one conflict or...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu With the highest number of countries in the world, being the second-largest continent, and with a diverse sociocultural landscape, the security dynamics...
By Gregory Simpkins Making arrangements to travel often begins early in the year, especially if it involves international travel. The Business Insider Africa website has rated...
By Danilo Desiderio The Abuja Treaty (1991) for the establishment of the African Economic Community recognized cooperation among African customs administrations as a cornerstone for the...
By Ryan Elcock During a recent conversation with my long-time colleague Len Carby, we discussed my article, “A Strategic Roadmap for the Caribbean: Maximizing Opportunities in...
West Africa has been in the news in recent times due to the security challenges it faces. In the north, east, and the eastern half of...
On 24th June 2012, Ghana lost a sitting president for the first time in its existence as a state. That same day, John Mahama, his deputy,...
By Gregory Simpkins In the latest episode of Real Talk Habari, the directors of The Habari Network—Oscar Sekyewa, Ryan Elcock, Emmanuel Musaazi, and Gregory Simpkins—dive deep...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Southern Africa was one of the regional security complexes in Africa that was pronouncedly affected by the Cold War. In the 1960s...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In recent years, Africa’s stance on global events and its relationships with major powers have been the subject of increasing discussion and...
Foreign policies are the means through which leaders attempt to gain access to the resources required to maintain domestic structures and development. Prior to the European...
The anti-Western ideology gaining ground on the continent of Africa was in the beginning seen as something that was not going to gain momentum, especially in...
After succeeding in pushing Ethiopia and Somalia to reach a deal and agreeing to respect one another’s “sovereignty,” Türkiye has turned its attention to the Sudan...
Just 16 months after Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez’s state visit to Africa, Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba is reciprocating with a 5-day state visit to Cuba...
French Influence in Africa continues waning, as its former colonies redefine their strategic partnerships toward Russia. Chadian authorities indicated that it would end a key defense...
African countries after the COVID pandemic are setting themselves to achieve better economic growth. Africa’s collective GDP was $1.3 trillion in 2022, but the female population...
By Edson Mpyisi Kenya stands at a pivotal moment where its youthful population can become either its greatest asset or a significant challenge. With over 75%...
By Danilo Desiderio A recurring theme in discussions on the high cost of transport in Africa, particularly within economic literature, is the lack of infrastructure and the...
By Mary Alorh The recent visit of U.S. President Joe Biden to Africa marked a significant step in the G7’s strategy to counter China’s growing influence...
By JP Følsgaard Bak “Africa is not a place, it is an emotion,” said Kwame Nkrumah, one of Africa’s most revered leaders and the first President...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Founded in the mid-1970s, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) aimed to advance regional integration, prioritizing economic collaboration over political...
By Gregory Simpkins For all of my adult life here in the United States, I have constantly heard how the African Diaspora in America (especially those...
By Ryan Elcock Donald Trump’s unexpected return to the White House for a second term has sent ripples across the globe. For the Caribbean, a region...
By Mary Alorh Africa’s collective efforts are pivotal in achieving transformative policies like the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which aims to streamline the free...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The 1966 coup that ousted Ghana’s first President, Kwame Nkrumah, marked the beginning of a prolonged period of political instability. This era...
By DeLisle Worrell It has been established that the costs of generating electric power from onshore wind turbines and solar photovoltaic systems is very low compared...
By Danilo Desiderio The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) recently released the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2024...
By JP Følsgaard Bak An old Danish saying goes: “It is difficult to predict, especially about the future.” This humorous yet insightful remark holds much truth....
By Mary Alorh Africa’s food security remains a significant developmental challenge, with food inflation continuing to rise and exacerbating hunger and poverty across the continent. In...
By Gregory Simpkins France, one of the European colonial powers that divided up the African continent at the infamous Belin Conference of 1885, is on the...
By Danilo Desiderio An article published on Bilaterals, a platform known for its critical stance on free trade agreements, particularly those involving nations with varying levels...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In 2011, amid the Arab Spring uprisings and the fall of Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, one of the issues he reportedly raised...
By Mary Alorh In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, African nations are striving to achieve robust economic recovery and growth. Despite a collective gross domestic...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In 2021, a coup in the Republic of Guinea ended over a decade of constitutional governance. The military justified their actions by...
By Lloyd G. Adu Amoah For the first time in seven years, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will end the year without Ghana’s presidency weighing on his...
By Mary Alorh The shifting dynamics of global power over recent decades have profoundly impacted policies and diplomatic relations, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. African nations are...
By Gregory Simpkins As I have written about previously, the international community has discussed what to do about climate change for decades. Many promises of help...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In 2022, Gabon and Togo became the newest members of the Commonwealth of Nations, a voluntary association of countries originally established in...
By Danilo Desiderio The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission has officially launched an electronic Certificate of Origin (eCO) to streamline trade processes and...
By Godfred Zina Libya remains a key transit point for migrants fleeing war and poverty in the Middle East and Africa, despite its ongoing internal instability....
By Mary Alorh Sudan’s crisis has not merely awakened dormant tensions but has instead revealed profound and long-standing societal challenges. Decades of political instability and neglect...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Southern Africa emerged as a significant regional security complex profoundly influenced by the dynamics of the Cold War. During the 1960s and...
By Danilo Desiderio All members of the World Trade Organization (WTO), including countries and customs territories, undergo periodic reviews of their trade policies. The frequency of...
By Gregory Simpkins As I have written previously, South Sudan is critically placed in the geopolitical context. For example, waters that form the White Nile River...
By Mary Alorh The governments of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) have implemented progressive policies to strengthen governance and enhance the quality of life for...
By JP Følsgaard Bak In the next two years, Africa is poised to experience a surge of interest from Europe and the United States, reminiscent of...
By Godfred Zina The military junta in Burkina Faso has faced criticism regarding issues of democracy, freedom of speech, violence, and authoritarian governance. However, it is...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In February, I engaged in a discussion about the evolving security landscape in West Africa with an American business executive based in...
By Mary Alorh Former Ghanaian President John Evans Atta Mills’ neutral stance during the Ivorian crisis in 2010 demonstrated remarkable diplomatic acumen. When urged by then-opposition...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In my analyses of the crisis in Sudan, both through writing and public discussions, many have expressed a keen interest in understanding...
By Mary Alorh The confederation of Sahel States faces significant challenges in development, as evidenced by troubling statistics. In 2021, Burkina Faso had a poverty rate...
By Gregory Simpkins When we read articles about the economic health of countries, we often encounter one recurring item: Gross Domestic Product (GDP). It supposedly describes...
By Danilo Desiderio A recent article from Burundi Eco outlines the status of creating a common currency in the East African Community (EAC). While regional central...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In 2022, Mali unilaterally withdrew from the G5 Sahel after the military alliance raised concerns about the country’s internal affairs. This decision...
By Paa-Kwesi Heto Political analysts and pollsters have rightly begun assessing what went wrong for the Democrats and the Harris Campaign as the dust settles on...
By Mary Alorh The future belongs to the youth, and over the past few decades, young Africans have been at the forefront of advocating for freedom...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Africa is home to numerous lakes spread across the continent, many of which are naturally formed, along with some significant artificial lakes....
By MJ (Thinus) Booysen and Joubert Van Eeden In sub-Saharan Africa, high levels of particulate matter (PM2.5) pollution from vehicle tailpipe emissions cause poor health, developmental...
By Mary Alorh The African continent is solidifying its status as a leading destination for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), which plays a pivotal role in driving...
By Gregory Simpkins When Abiy Ahmed became Prime Minister of Ethiopia in April 2018, the country had been ravaged by a protracted conflict with its neighbor,...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Over the past thirty years, Africa has made remarkable strides in various areas of development and nation-building. The skylines of capital cities...
By Carlos Lopes As we approach the global annual climate change conference, COP29, the need for increased public finance from the global north to address climate...
By Mary Alorh The rising concerns over terrorism in Ghana have led me to reflect on my journey through West Africa, a region where I witnessed...
By Danilo Desiderio As the global appetite for luxury tourism continues to grow, many African countries are striving to tap into this profitable market by offering...
By Gregory Simpkins Debt is a cancer that eats away a government’s ability to manage its economic affairs. It prevents governments from providing required social services,...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The Republic of Niger, the largest country in West Africa by land area and the third largest in the Sahel after Chad...
By Godfred Zina Amid the ongoing competition for influence and resources in Africa, Western leaders have ramped up their diplomatic outreach through state visits to the...
By Danilo Desiderio Control Risks and Oxford Economics Africa recently released the 2024 edition of the Africa Risk-Reward Index, which provides a comprehensive analysis of the...
By Mary Alorh Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa is projected to accelerate to 4 percent by 2025-26. As the fastest-growing and youngest continent, Africa’s relatively stable economic...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In the 1950s and 1960s, as African nations achieved independence, a crucial question arose for these emerging countries: which development strategy would...
By Danilo Desiderio Public infrastructure deficits across Africa are widely documented in economic studies and policy discussions. The African Development Bank’s African Economic Outlook 2018 estimated...
By Gregory Simpkins By the time this is posted on our website, there will be only days until the 2024 national elections in the United States....
By Mary Alorh Africa’s complex history, shaped by significant events like slavery, colonialism, and apartheid, has deeply influenced its unique political reforms and foreign policy approaches...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Amid various conflicts, coups, and protests across Africa, the topic of stability remains one of the most widely discussed across the continent....
By Paul Frimpong What will the future of Africa-China relations look like without the active participation of the youth? How can a continent where over 60...
By Danilo Desiderio The Greek philosopher Socrates once stated, “there is no favorable wind for the sailor who doesn’t know where to go.” Yet, this notion...
By Mary Alorh Migration has long been a powerful political tool for those in authority. In precolonial times, the movement of people often led to wars...
By Danilo Desiderio A paper from the Morocco-based Policy Centre for the New South explores which development model Africa should adopt to enhance its economic growth...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In his exploration of the “Regional Security Complex Theory,” British International Relations Professor Barry Buzan thoroughly analyzed Africa but noted that limited...
By Emmanuel Musaazi Elitism in Africa has evolved through colonial influences, Pan-Africanism, Westernization, ethnicity, China’s presence, and development initiatives. Literature such as House of Hunger by...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The map above highlights the top ten mineral-producing or extracting countries in Africa for 2022. With the surge in commodity prices, several...
By Mary Alorh One of the most significant insights gained from the COVID-19 pandemic was the impact it had on the various economies across the African...
By Danilo Desiderio In journalism, there’s a famous adage: “When a dog bites a man, it is not news, but when a man bites a dog,...
By Gregory Simpkins When President Joe Biden promised during the December 2022 African Leaders Summit to visit Africa before his term ended, many observers probably thought...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The global competition for influence in Africa and its potential benefits for various international players has become a key issue in recent...
By Mary Alorh In Ghanaian parlance, there is a saying: “When two elephants fight, it is the ground that suffers.” This proverb rings true in light...
By Danilo Desiderio The competition among African nations to emerge as the next Silicon Valley is growing more intense. In East Africa, countries like Kenya and...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The Rovuma River serves as a natural geographical boundary between Mozambique and Tanzania, defining part of the border along the Indian Ocean...
By Emmanuel Musaazi Historically, technological developments span the globe. Every region and people of the world have contributed to technological development at some time in history,...
By Gregory Simpkins As the international community moves toward an energy future featuring renewable energy, the source of critical minerals and the location of their processing...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Africa’s abundant natural resources, emerging markets, strategic geographic position, and critical role in global security have turned it into a battleground for...
By Danilo Desiderio A recent report by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Institute analyzed the early trade experiences under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), emphasizing the importance...
By Mary Alorh In recent years, several African nations have experienced a rise in attempts by leaders to bypass constitutional term limits, enabling them to extend...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In the early 1990s, as Cold War tensions began to subside, Algeria held legislative elections that saw a significant Islamist presence in...
By Mary Alorh Botswana is often depicted as a nation striving to fully harness its potential and develop its resources without relying on external support. Sir...
By Gregory Simpkins While the international community focuses on Israel’s war with Hamas and now Hezbollah, the Ukraine-Russia conflict and speculates about a possible struggle involving...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The Lake Chad Basin, located in the upper central region of Africa, serves as a critical transition zone with significant implications for...
By Godfred Zina Many people often find it difficult to differentiate between Guinea-Conakry, Guinea-Bissau, and Equatorial Guinea due to their similar names. However, each country has...
By Mike Muller A new round of angry exchanges has broken out between Egypt and Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). On September 1,...
By Mary Alorh Algeria and Morocco have long held significant roles in North African geopolitics. Both countries are part of the Maghreb and former French colonies,...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In junior high school, particularly in a subject called “social studies” under the Ghanaian curriculum, we were taught that the assassination of...
On September 21st, we marked the 115th anniversary of the birth of Kwame Nkrumah – a visionary whose influence remains deeply embedded in Africa’s modern history....
By Gifty Boatemaa Annan Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its history, navigating rapid demographic shifts that offer both remarkable opportunities and significant challenges. As...
By Danilo Desiderio Today, approximately 90 percent of global cargo is transported by sea. Over the past 70 years, maritime trade has seen continuous growth, especially...
By Gregory Simpkins As I have written about previously, as many as four billion people globally experience water shortages for at least one month a year,...
By Danilo Desiderio One of the major obstacles to the movement of agricultural and food products among African countries is the variation in Sanitary and Phytosanitary...
By Mary Alorh A few months ago, I wrote about how the United States and its allies could reestablish a strong presence in Africa following the...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Earlier this week, on Monday, September 16, 2024, the United States announced the complete withdrawal of its military forces and equipment from...
By Mary Alorh Former Ghanaian President John Evans Atta Mills’ neutral stance during the 2010 Ivorian crisis was a strategic move. When then-opposition leader Nana Akufo...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In recent years, food insecurity has emerged as a significant concern across Africa. Earlier this year, Nigeria declared a national emergency on...
By Gregory Simpkins The pan-African publication African Arguments asked a very pertinent question in its September 10 issue: When will African leaders resist the neocolonial summons?...
By Mary Alorh The founding leaders of modern African nations had a clear vision for Africa’s development. Figures like Jomo Kenyatta and Sekou Touré prioritized infrastructure...
By Godfred Zina Amid growing insecurity and instability in West Africa, Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo unveiled key security strategies at the Second International Defense Exhibition and...
By Danilo Desiderio Agro-Industrial Parks (AIPs) have long been instrumental in driving the growth of agribusinesses and export-focused companies in various Asian countries, including Taiwan, South...
By Gregory Simpkins Most of the world is experiencing a population decline. According to a August 31 article in the New York Post, for the first...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu After the Asian financial crisis of the 1990s, the creation of the G20 or Group of 20 emerged as a response to...
By Mary Alorh In recent decades, Africa’s role on the global stage has grown significantly, driven by shifts in international politics. The rise of new powers...
By Emmanuel Musaazi Before China’s economic involvement in Africa, the continent’s development trends were influenced by various factors but primarily colonial legacies where African economies were...
By Raphaël Deberdt and Jessica DiCarlo The mineral-rich Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) is often portrayed as a victim of exploitation by China, the...
By Danilo Desiderio In knowledge-based societies, manufacturing no longer holds the primary role in the economy that it once did. Many economists are now questioning the...
By Paul Nantulya The Ninth Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), to be held in Beijing from September 4 to 6, takes place at a critical juncture....
By Gregory Simpkins In recent decades, women throughout the African Diaspora and the rest of the world have struggled to attain some level of equity in...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The Global Terrorism Index, a comprehensive study evaluating the impact of terrorism in 163 countries, covers about 99.7 percent of the world’s...
By Mary Alorh To be recognized as a global superpower, a nation must demonstrate dominance across multiple areas such as trade, defense, and more. Over the...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Earlier this month, Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio called for reform of the United Nations Security Council. He argued that Africa...
By Godfred Zina With its growing interest and influence in Africa, China aims to further enhance its cooperation with African leaders at the upcoming Forum on...
By Danilo Desiderio A Chinese proverb states, “To get rich, build roads first.” While China has embraced this philosophy, Africa has chosen a different path, focusing...
By Mary Alorh The history of the newly formed Confederation of Sahel States cannot be discussed without acknowledging the impact of colonial rule on these nations....
By Fidel Amakye Owusu When the conflict in Sudan began in April 2023, it seemed like a minor skirmish that could be resolved quickly with a...
By Gregory Simpkins During the African democratization wave in the early 1990s, I was privileged to be part of the U.S. effort to encourage the move...
By Emmanuel Musaazi Africa has one of the fastest-growing populations in the world. More than half of global population growth between now and 2050 is expected...
By Godfred Zina In January 2024, Ethiopia and Somaliland signed a memorandum of understanding that allowed Ethiopia access to the Red Sea via the port of...
By Sithembile Mbete Africa’s desire to be fully represented in all decision-making organs of the United Nations (UN), particularly in the security council, is informed by...
By Gregory Simpkins For more than a decade, Western nations have pressured African governments and societies to accept lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LBGTQ) rights...
By Mary Alorh Over the years, the political landscape of Africa has undergone significant transformation, particularly in terms of political participation. Today, most African nations embrace...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu When Portugal finally withdrew from Angola in 1975, the nation quickly descended into a civil war that would last nearly 30 years....
By Mary Alorh Across Africa, a rising tide of opposition is challenging the entrenched political elite, largely driven by young people and women. Historically, these groups...
By NJ Ayuk I strongly encourage African governments to address and minimize the challenges of doing business in the region. To create a more favorable environment,...
By Colin Coleman The Paris 2024 Olympic Games have come to a close, and while there were some spectacular performances from African athletes like Botswana’s Letsile...
By Danilo Desiderio The establishment of a unified African market under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is facing greater challenges and delays than initially...
By Mary Alorh Africa and Europe share a complex history that is currently undergoing significant evolution. African nations are increasingly uniting to assert a collective agenda...
By Mary Alorh The recent coups in the Sahel region have accelerated the expansion of global powers on the African continent. China and Russia are deepening...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu During the last United Nations General Assembly session, the Guinean leader emphasized that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) should...
The 2024 edition of the UNCTAD Digital Economy Report, titled “Shaping an Environmentally Sustainable and Inclusive Digital Future,” highlights that developing countries investing in digitalization are...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Years ago, I read a report highlighting how South Korea’s economy experienced significant growth through infrastructure development, contributing about 3 percent to...
Digital trade is currently gaining significant traction in Africa. A recent analysis by the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) explored the impact of the Protocol on Digital...
By Mary Alorh As Joe Biden concludes his tenure as the 46th President of the United States, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on his administration’s...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The secession of Eritrea from Ethiopia in the early 1990s technically made Ethiopia the largest landlocked country in the world by population...
By Mary Alorh About a month ago, I discussed how Bretton Woods institutions and other international creditors are imposing unfair conditions on African countries regarding loan...
By Charles Sekwalor For the last decade, Africa has tempted businesses with the promise of immense opportunity. The continent’s rapidly growing youthful population, vibrant cultural scenes...
By Yemi Osinbajo Of the many stereotypes that we have to deal with in our quest to tell the full story of Africa, none are as...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu When the current junta in Mali staged its first coup in 2020, the regional body – Economic Community of West African States...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Some time ago, I read a book that explored aspects of European political culture using a comparative approach. The author(s) argued that...
By Mary Alorh The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), a regional organization in West Africa, has recently faced challenges due to the formation of...
By Nii Simmonds and Ayodele Okeowo The recent announcement of a partnership between the US Trade and Development Agency and Kenya to boost semiconductor manufacturing in...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Recently, I had the chance to discuss the dynamics of the second round of legislative elections in France. The next day, the...
By Mary Alorh As African countries navigate the post-COVID period, they face significant economic challenges, including rising inflation and increasing consumer prices. Globally, economic downturns have...
By Gregory Simpkins For nearly half a century, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), established with the Treaty of Lagos in 1975, has endeavored...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu At an international conference last year, I heard the foreign ministers of Mali and Burkina Faso echo this sentiment in their presentations....
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Despite Africa having 54 sovereign countries, each with multiple borders, the continent’s state evolution has not been marked by many full-scale interstate...
By Godfred Zina On July 6, 2024, the heads of the military juntas from Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso gathered in Niamey for the first meeting...
By Mary Alorh Earlier this year, we Ghanaians were informed of the ‘good news’ that the IMF had released the second tranche of US$600 million as...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The support of local actors from various groups and backgrounds has been crucial for achieving tactical, operational, and strategic military success, particularly...
By Gregory Simpkins African and Caribbean nations and organizations are increasing collaborating. For example, the African Export-Import Bank has opened a Caribbean office in Barbados. The...
By Mary Alorh At the dawn of independence in Africa, coups were a widespread phenomenon. These coups were often supported by global powers to punish leaders...
By Ryan Elcock The recent arrival of a Russian naval group in Cuba has sent ripples of unease throughout the Caribbean, evoking memories of the Cuban...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In 2022, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), the second-largest and fourth-most populous country in Africa, joined the East African Community...
By Gregory Simpkins The transition of colonies in the developing world have been difficult over the years to say the least. In this phase, colonial powers...
By Mary Alorh The East African region holds strategic importance on the continent, boasting some of the world’s premier holiday destinations and attractions. The East African...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The rise in extremist activities across various regions of Africa has deeply destabilized local populations, with women and children being the most...
By Mary Alorh Every generation faces its own revolutionary battles. In the 1950s and 1960s, young Africans were focused on decolonizing the continent. By the 1990s,...
By Godfred Zina The Africa-US Military Conference, co-hosted by the United States and Botswana, took place on African soil for the first time since its inception...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Eleven months ago, I wrote about Africa’s food crisis, suggesting it was more severe than it appeared. As expected, there were differing...
By Gregory Simpkins The international community has been discussing and debating the issue of climate change for decades. In the United States, the dichotomy was climate...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Recently, I received a message from a media agency based in Europe. The purpose was to invite me to discuss two significant...
By Michelle Meineke Achieving the World Health Organization (WHO) target of reducing malaria by 90 percent by 2030 would not only avert 600,000 deaths annually, but...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu There are several core values that are fundamental to democratic systems around the world. These include human rights and freedoms, transparency, accountability,...
By Gregory Simpkins I was blessed to have been involved with the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) from when it was a legislative proposal while...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In the late 1980s and early 1990s, the Republic of Benin spearheaded Africa’s democratic wave, marking a pivotal shift towards civilian rule...
By Mia Mottley When considering the economic and development challenges of developing economies in the face of the climate crisis, most people tend to view debt...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Last year, a friend suggested that China’s colorful and elaborate receptions for African leaders in Beijing play a significant role in attracting...
By Gregory Simpkins The Republic of South Africa has long been considered the hub of the wheel of the southern Africa region. It is the most...
By Adam Amoussou Africa has the potential to become the world’s powerhouse in the coming years. The continent is undergoing unprecedented changes, with the implementation of...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In 1980, Leopold Senghor, the founding president of Senegal, voluntarily stepped down from power and handed the reins to his prime minister....
By Lite Nartey Heathrow Airport in the UK currently uses more energy than the entire west African country of Sierra Leone. Despite Africa accounting for less...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu It is widely known that many African presidents wield more power within their countries than a US president does in the United...
By Gregory Simpkins The prevailing world economic order since the end of World War II, established by the major powers at that time, is coming unraveled....
By Paul Frimpong In the years leading up to 2000, Africa faced numerous challenges, including civil wars, diseases, and a crippling debt burden. The continent, often...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In recent months, significant events in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) have created potential risks that could destabilize neighboring countries...
By James Boafo, Eric Stemn, Jacob Obodai and Philip Nti Nkrumah Global demand for critical minerals, particularly lithium, is growing rapidly to meet clean energy and...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu When the United States declared war on global terrorism in 2001, it was equipped with the world’s most powerful military in terms...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu During the Cold War, the West held significant influence in West Africa, particularly through France, which had considerable control over many countries...