Chude Jideonwo

Chude Jideonwo is co-founder of StateCraft Inc, which has consulted for presidential candidates in Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya. He is author of the upcoming book How To Win Elections in Africa.

The Nigerian government is killing its citizens — again

Africa Chude Jideonwo - 21 Oct 2020

‘Nigeria kills its people. Nigeria has always killed its people.’

Nigeria is still a very dangerous place to be different

Africa Chude Jideonwo - 27 Jun 2020

Nigeria is moving far too slowly in terms of accommodating different genders and sexualities, sacrificing happiness, liberties and lives.

Some African countries are choosing livelihoods over lockdowns

Africa Chude Jideonwo & Damola Morenikeji - 27 May 2020

The methods that work in Western nations rarely translate into African contexts

Despite elections, Burundi is still a long, long way from redemption

Africa Chude Jideonwo & Damola Morenikeji - 13 May 2020

Whether citizens vote for the ruling party or the opposition, Burundi’s democracy is still in an unfavourable state

Our fears don’t tell the whole story

Africa Chude Jideonwo & Damola Morenikeji - 5 Jul 2019

Don’t let negative headlines blind you to the fact that humanity is healthier and wealthier than ever before

Where Kenya leads on queer rights, the rest of Africa must follow

Africa Chude Jideonwo - 23 May 2019

Friday’s ruling could be a new landmark in the fight for queer rights on the continent

Malawi is Southern Africa’s next big election

Africa Chude Jideonwo - 10 May 2019

Malawi’s president faces stiff competition. But the politics will be different even if he doesn’t win

To unseat the ANC, South Africa’s opposition must put aside their egos

Article Chude Jideonwo - 8 May 2019

No matter what happens on Thursday, South Africa’s opposition parties need a radical rethink if they are to seriously challenge the ANC

It’s hard to build a credible opposition. Ask the Nigerians

Article Chude Jideonwo - 3 May 2019

To dislodge a winner like the ANC you have to do better than point out its weaknesses.

What Goodluck Jonathan taught me about postponing elections in Nigeria

Africa Chude Jideonwo - 20 Feb 2019

'Still, we cannot allow the noise to overwhelm the signal as a nation. We have been here before'

As Nigeria votes, Buhari moves from messiah to maligned

Article Chude Jideonwo - 13 Feb 2019

Nigerians must not put up with attempts by Nigerian President Buhari to steal the February 16 elections like his predecessors did, says the author

Mali’s election: An imperfect success story

Africa Chude Jideonwo - 30 Jul 2018

Despite the ever-present threat of conflict and violence, the country can be proud of its fragile stability

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Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

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Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

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Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

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In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

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Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection