A seven-year debate surrounding the legacy of Ethiopia’s last emperor, Haile Selassie, has been put to rest; a commemorative statue …
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Women in politics: in Sub-Saharan Africa and Beyond
There is an inequality between the number of men and the number of women who are involved in politics across …
Should my Country Take out a Loan to Help its Development?
For a country to develop, it is important for them to have enough money to invest in important programs. To …
The Impact Of Political Instability On Human Rights
Governments have many ways of protecting human rights. One method of protecting these rights is the African Charter on Human …
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. …
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti: a heroine for all
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was a Nigerian politician born in Abeokuta, Nigeria, in 1900. She played a key role in ensuring that …
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf: Africa’s first elected female leader
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, known as Liberia’s ‘Iron Lady’, was the first woman to be elected as a head of state …
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