Namibia faces its toughest election yet and could trigger a runoff
Swapo, which has been in power since the country gained independence from South Africa in 1990, is likely to retain parliamentary dominance but the presidential race is uncertain
Democracies must adapt in the age of disinformation
Democracy’s advantages must be articulated in the face of false information but delivering benefits is the best way to secure democratic governance
Quantify news to ensure credibility in a disinformation age
Innovative solutions are needed to meet the rise and spread of fake news in Africa
Higher education is fast losing its edge in South Africa’s labour market
The country is under pressure to meet the demands of an evolving job market
Zimbabwe’s 2023 elections: Who votes and why?
The integrity of democracy in the country hinges on its citizens showing up to make their crosses
How to boost voter participation in the 2024 elections
Countries such as Zambia can show parties how to speak to ‘missing’ young and male voters
Addressing the education gender gap in Africa
A study by the World Bank shows that while other regions of the world are reducing their out-of-school numbers, the number of girls not attending school in sub-Saharan Africa is increasing
How to silence the guns in Cabo Delgado
A military intervention won’t end the conflict. A peacebuilding process including disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration, is needed