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Balance, modernization and a shared vision: FOCAC 2024 and the next phase of Africa-China relations
China is Africa's most important foreign partner. But the relationship needs to be updated to future realities.
In Cameroon, Paul Biya's lack of a succession plan is the elephant in the room
Although Biya is expected to win reelection next year, the race to succeed the oldest head of state in the world is effectively underway
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Chris O. Ogunmodede
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August 2024

Nigeria's #EndBadGovernance protest was the first big wake-up call of Tinubu's presidency
Directionless "reforms," repression and wheel-and-deal games will not help Tinubu fix Nigeria's societal challenges.
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Chris O. Ogunmodede
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African athletes captured many hearts at the Paris Olympics
But the continent will need much more than good vibes if it is to increase its medal count in 2028
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Chris O. Ogunmodede

July 2024

Can traditional institutions contribute to democracy in Africa?
Customary structures have a role to play in the governance of modern African societies. The question is what that role is.
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Chris O. Ogunmodede
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Euro 2024 was a metaphor for Europe's dysfunctional relationship with Africa
Young stars like, Bukayo Saka, Jamal Musiala and Lamine Yamal thrilled viewers during the month-long tournament, and became symbols of debates about…
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Chris O. Ogunmodede
Kenya's protests are a triumph of citizen accountability
The street demonstrations against higher taxes are part of a broader statement by Kenyans for far-reaching accountability mechanisms beyond the…
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Chris O. Ogunmodede
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June 2024

Will South Africa's "government of national unity" be a game-changer or more of the same packaged differently?
The possibility that South Africa's new coalition government might flatter to deceive and fail to live up to expectations is not insignificant.
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Chris O. Ogunmodede
Some observations on the South African general election
Democracy is not dying in Africa, the ANC believed its own hype, international reaction to #SAvotes2024 and much more
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Chris O. Ogunmodede

May 2024

April 2024

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