Introduction
Citizen participation in political life is a fundamental pillar of democracy and governance. In Burkina Faso, several citizens’ movements, …
Law & Governance
Uganda’s Growing Population: Prospects for Progress and Potential Hazards
Introduction
Through the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), Uganda conducts its National Population and Housing Census (UNPHC) every ten years. …
THE CHALLENGE OF PARTICIPATORY DEMOCRACY IN AFRICA
Introduction
Participatory democracy is a political model that enables citizens to play an active part in the decision-making process. In …
Corruption in Mali: Actors, Causes and Solutions
Introduction
Like many African countries, Mali is unfortunately facing the challenge of corruption, a phenomenon that is compromising its development …
The South African Language Debate: On the BELA Act and South African History
Introduction
On the 13th of September 2024, South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa assented to the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act, …
Echoes of Ubuntu: A Pan-African Anthem
From the Nile to the Cape, our voices rise,
In the heart of Africa, where the spirit never dies.
Ancient …
Rethinking African Development: Between Universalism, Creationism and Evolutionism
Introduction
The idea of development in Africa is often approached from the angle of ‘catching up’ with other continents. The …
An Analysis of Disaster Response Measures for Motor Accidents and Fire Outbreaks in Sierra Leone
Introduction
Disaster management in Sierra Leone faces significant challenges, particularly with motor accidents and fire outbreaks. These incidents result in …
Transit routes in Africa: The case of Mozambique
Africa’s economic growth depends largely on access routes that leverage the flow of products from districts to cities, as well …
Botswana: A Giant Diamond Resurfaces
Introduction
On August 22, 2024, Botswana once again captured global attention with an extraordinary discovery: the second-largest diamond ever found. …