Toward a Succession of Power from “Father to Son” in Central Africa?
The democratic principle of the devolution of power has a very particular destiny in Central Africa and specifically in the CEMAC zone. Indeed, this...
Urban Communities and City Governance in French Africa
Since the 2000s, Africa has experienced accelerated urban growth. Because of this growth, a diversity of public and private actors and institutions are involved...
Stakes and Challenges of Policy Reform on “Citizenship” in Cameroon
The history of Cameroonian legislation on citizenship stretches back from the colonial period, especially the French mandate with the 1959 ordinance. The nationality legislation...
Unconstitutional Changes of Power and Poverty in Guinea Conakry
The proper functioning of the defense and security forces and the legal system is fundamental in shaping a country’s future. These institutions are responsible...
Ethnicity, Alternation at the Top of the Rwandan State and Repercussions on East Africa’s...
National identity is a combination of ethnic identities in African states. The risk of conflagration is an established issue in studies of democracy in...
Is Covid-19 Exacerbating Nationalism While Promoting State Capitalism?
The pandemic has unveiled nation-states craving force for state capitalism and promoting nationalism that is, on the other hand, eroding neoliberal capitalism’s foundations. To what extent are these nationalistic tendencies expressed?
Youth and the Mantle of Leadership and Governance in Africa
Youth can improve the community and culture of society and ring new impetus in leadership. This youth has the urge, innovations, and dynamism to participate actively and meaningfully in
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The Burning Truth: Addressing Attacks on Women in East Africa
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America’s 2024 General Elections and U.S.-Africa Relations: A Geopolitical Perspective
Introduction
America’s 2024 general elections which occurred on November 5, 2024, have been described in both the United States (U.S.) and the rest of the...
The BRICS Expansion Underscores the Concept of Sea Power
By Ndzalama Mathebula
Coined by Alfreda T. Mahan, Sea Power refers to the power exercised by states through their capacity to use the sea for...
A Reflection on Africa’s Democratic Future: Why Governments Need to Invest in Curriculum-Driven Civic...
By Dr. Felix Kumah-Abiwu, a Non-Resident Fellow (Governance & Democracy) at Nkafu Policy Institute
Introduction
Three decades into the new wave of democratic rule in Africa after the...
Mobilizing Political Will for Health: The Role of Political Participation in improving Health Systems...
Over the past few decades, African countries have been actively committed to reducing health inequalities by mobilizing development partners and stakeholders, in implementing health...
Unifying regional economic communities: Are we on track in Central Africa?
Conversation Between
Dr Jacob KOTCHO
Director of the ECCAS Common Market
&
Dr Jean Cedric Kouam
Director of Economic Affairs, Nkafu Policy Institute
Dr Jacob Kotcho, you are the Director...