THE “NEW SCRAMBLE FOR AFRICA”: ECONOMIC & SECURITY IMPLICATIONS.
By Francis Assam Africa has incredibly shaped the course of global history over the past three centuries. Once dubbed the dark continent due to colonial preconceptions, Africa has emerged as a key player in global development, owing to its vast resources and man power. According to the Atlantic Council, Africa holds around 30% of the[…]
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CNG in Nigeria: Evaluating Its Impact and Future Potential
By Oluwaseun Taiwo Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is becoming a pivotal part of Nigeria’s energy transformation, especially following the removal of fuel subsidies in 2023. The widespread adoption of CNG could have far-reaching impacts on the economy, environment, and global energy positioning. But what does this mean for Nigeria, and how does CNG stack up[…]
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AU’s First Stabilization Mission: A Glance at its Operational Mandate and its implication.
By Adam Abass The AU peace operation forces have been deployed to Somalia since 2007 to combat the Al-Shabaab Islamist insurgency. Over the years, the mission has undergone several transformations, with the latest mission mandate (ATMIS) expected to withdraw from the country in late 2024. However, ATMIS is set to be replaced by a new[…]
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Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Prevalence in Africa
By Oluwaseun Taiwo At the beginning of the century in year 2000, the average life expectancy in Africa was 46 years old. By 2019, life expectancy in Africa increased to 56 years, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) African Region 2022 Report. The demographic shift in population due to increasing life expectancy has led[…]
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TERRORISM IN THE SAHEL: CAN THE ALLIANCE PREVAIL?
By Francis Assam The Alliance of Sahel States, a relatively new regional bloc comprised of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, has emerged as a significant player in Africa’s geopolitical landscape. Despite grappling with severe political instability, marked by military coups in each of these countries, the alliance faces an even greater threat: Jihadist group known[…]
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AFRICA’s QUEST FOR UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL PERMANENT SEAT
By Elizabeth Ibe Africa’s ambition to secure a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reflects its desire for greater influence in global decision-making. However, this quest is complicated by the continent’s ongoing struggles with internal challenges. Asides receiving aid from the very nations they seek to join at the UNSC permanent seat,[…]
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Accountability Unleashed: 2024 Kenyan Finance Bill Protests and its Ripple Effects
By Francis Assam Kenya, East Africa’s third most populous country, has a long history of citizens expressing grievances towards the government through protests. While many of these protests have been spurred by electoral dissatisfaction, the 2024 Kenyan Finance Bill protests stood out as particularly unique. This uniqueness stemmed from the youth demographic that propelled the[…]
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Camel of Intelligence: Exploring the role of Mauritania Camel Corps in Counter-Insurgency Strategy.
By Adam Abass The Sahel region is being challenged with a multi-dimensional security crisis. Most countries in the region are battling the presence of violent Islamist terror groups, organized criminal organisation, armed banditry, and inter-communal clashes among other plethora security challenges, which have made the region a hub for violent and criminal activities. Countries in[…]
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The Rising Tide of Cybersecurity Threats in Africa: How Prepared Are African Nations?
By Oluwaseun Taiwo The Rising Tide of Cybersecurity Threats in Africa: How Prepared Are African Nations? Africa is experiencing a rapid growth in internet usage, mobile connectivity, and digital economies. This digital transformation has unlocked numerous opportunities, but also exposed African nations to an alarming rise in cybersecurity threats. From cybercrime and ransomware attacks to[…]
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Indeed, Ten Days of Rage!
By Tony Ademiluyi Irked by the rising cost of living and alleged bad governance in Nigeria, some civil society organizations most notably The Revolution Now Group led by the Publisher of Sahara Reporters, Comrade Omoyele Sowore called for a peaceful protest in Nigeria. The protest which held in the major cities across Nigeria was captioned[…]
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