WHAT IS THE UNITED NATIONS?
The United Nations (UN) is a worldwide organisation which was founded in 1945 after World …
Law & Governance
Kenya and Somalia’s Diplomatic Row
The politician Musalia Mudavadi (former vice president of Kenya) appealed in February 2019 to the international community to urgently act …
What is Religious Freedom?
Freedom of religion is a principle or idea that supports the freedom of an individual or community to follow a …
What does it Mean to be a Citizen?
Governments are given the power in each country to decide who becomes a citizen. A person becomes a legal citizen …
The DR of Congo’s Controversial Election
On the 31st December 2018, the Democratic Republic of the Congo went to the polls to decide their next president. …
Sudan’s Political Crisis
WHAT IS CURRENTLY HAPPENING IN SUDAN?
Recently, there have been anti-government demonstrations across Sudan. Protests began in the north-eastern city …
Madagascar’s Presidential Elections And What They Mean For Democracy in Africa
The Madagascan presidential elections have been surrounded with controversy, mainly due to financial issues, gender inequality and claims of corruption. …
Why is Africa’s population increasing?
The world’s population is increasing dramatically each year. With 1.2 billion inhabitants, Africa contributes massively to this population increase. The …
Balancing victim’s interests and an open judiciary – a look at the Omotoso trial
100 cases of sexual violence are reported every day in South Africa. Hundreds more remain unreported. This week, the trial …
What is the Rule of Law?
The Rule of Law is a complex concept subject to fierce academic debate. In the field of development, however, it …