Lauren David Seaman
Lauren David Seaman serves as the Senior Program Manager for West and Central Africa at the International Republican Institute (IRI). Lauren oversees democracy and governance programming in more than a dozen countries across the region including projects focused on preventing and countering violent extremism, political party capacity building, legislative strengthening, and empowering civil society. He has helped conduct several international election observation missions and managed long-term observer teams. Prior to joining IRI for a second time, Lauren was director of a nonprofit serving both the refugee community and survivors of human trafficking and worked at the Millennium Challenge Corporation covering the Senegal and Benin Compact Agreements.
Alassane Ouattara: In the eye of Côte d’Ivoire’s perpetual succession crisis
His road to the presidency was anchored in contention and acrimony, and if his bid is successful, Alassane Ouattara will have ruled for two decades when all is said and done.
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Transport Month
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
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
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
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
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
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
'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
Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection
