
Facebook’s revelation about fake accounts designed to influence elections shows the risks for Africa’s already fragile democracies.

The unstable authoritarian pathway that many post-colonial African states followed was facilitated by the way in which European empires undermined democratic elements within African societies.

If the ruling party is defeated next week, will the country lose its reputation for regional stability?

Sudan has appointed its first female Chief Justice Neemat Abdullah Kheir. Her appointment comes as the country looks to transition into a full democracy. The historic...

Bobi Wine’s political movement in Uganda shows how organised youth groups can challenge the status quo.