But the Kenyan precedent cautions that it’s still too early to declare lasting victory for democracy.
Peter Fabricius
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Is Francophone West Africa’s proposed new currency a step towards a monetary future completely independent from France?
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If the ruling party is defeated next week, will the country lose its reputation for regional stability?
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Growing scepticism of Rwanda’s development achievements could erode the president’s international reputation.
Politics and Society Can South Africa and Nigeria reset their relations?
The two African giants want to move on, but must first get past the difficult issue of xenophobia.
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Will Mugabe’s successor Emmerson Mnangagwa do what’s needed to finally free Zimbabweans from deprivation?
Politics and Society Can China free Africa from dependency on the mighty dollar?
By extending the influence of the yuan, China could become the new champion of globalisation.
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The AU should bolster the means and willpower of regions to use their militaries to enforce democracy.