Death Row Diplomacy: Tshisekedi’s Favourite Political Script
The Democratic Republic of Congo has stepped into uncharted territory once again. A military tribunal has sentenced former president Joseph […]
Tanzania’s Political Trajectory: Competitive Authoritarianism and the Development–Democracy Dilemma
As Tanzania approaches its October elections, the country stands at an important juncture. It is often praised as one of
A Technocrat in the Political Arena: Patient Sayiba Tambwe and the Future of Congo
“How can we heal the sickness if we do not probe the wounds?” Victor Hugo once asked. In the Democratic
Malawi’s Fractured Future: Economic Woes and Political Uncertainty Ahead of 2025 Election
As Malawi approaches its general elections on 16 September 2025, the country is facing a profound political and economic crisis.
ADF Atrocities in Congo: A Convenient Crisis for Uganda’s Ambitions?
“who benefits from these crimes that have been committed for years against innocent civilians?” – CENCO, Conférence Épiscopale Nationale du
Washington Agreement: In Walikale, Between Skepticism and Glimmers of Hope
Walikale (North Kivu) – Presented by Kinshasa as a major breakthrough to restore peace in eastern DRC, the agreement signed
Three Years of Death for a Doha Signature: Who Will Answer to the Congolese People?
“We do not negotiate with terrorists” ; that’s what Kinshasa used to proclaim. Three years later, the same voice signs
Zambia’s Cybersecurity Law: A Step Toward Safety or a Threat to Freedoms?
As internet use surges across Africa, governments are racing to protect their digital spaces from rising threats like cybercrime, online
Justice or Vendetta? The Legal and Political Stakes of Lifting Joseph Kabila’s Immunity
As the Democratic Republic of Congo endures a period of significant political and security instability, a new storm is sweeping