Magufuli took a populist approach in trying to woo voters away from an invigorated opposition, and when that didn’t work he reported to oppressive tactics.
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Politics and Society Zimbabwe’s restrictions on mobile money transfers are a blow to financial inclusion
Stringent restrictions could stifle innovation among mobile money operators and hinder access to financial services.
Politics and Society Trump and Biden clash in chaotic debate – experts react on the court, race and election integrity
They shouted, they interrupted, they insulted – and not entirely in equal measure. But Biden and Trump also touched on the issues occasionally. Our panel of experts analyzed three key exchanges.
Politics and Society What drove Asia’s economic success stories, and what should Africa emulate?
With the right leadership, mindset and policies African countries can achieve, even exceed, the growth and development successes of Asian counterparts.
Politics and Society Chakwera has his work cut out restoring democratic rule that delivers for Malawians
The success of Malawi’s democratic dispensation will be measured on the extent to which it delivers public goods – opportunities, development, accountability – for the people.
Politics and Society Why is used clothing popular across Africa? We found out in Malawi
There are significant economic and social pull factors behind the popularity of used clothing.
Politics and Society Zimbabwe’s currency crisis is far from being resolved
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Politics and Society Nigeria’s land border closure is affecting Nigerian businesses
Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari shut his country’s border with neighbouring countries: Benin Republic and Niger, but Nigerian businesses are bearing the brunt of the closure which violates ECOWAS protocol.
Politics and Society G5 Sahel heads of state speak on the “Desert to power initiative”
The G5 Sahel heads of state recently held a summit in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso on “Harnessing solar energy for the socio-economic development of the G5 Sahel countries”.