Democracy in Tanzania has been slowly eroded since President Magufuli came into power. After taking office, Magufuli put in various measures to fight corruption and curb government spending winning admirers across the world, but recent incidents of repression of the press and rights abuses have tainted his image.
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Politics and Society Swapo’s unassailable position shattered: what next for Namibia?
For the first time since independence, Namibia’s ruling party has suffered electoral setbacks in the midst of economic and political crisis.
Politics and Society Angolans feel let down two years into new presidency
The euphoria that accompanied João Lourenço’s new presidency has ebbed away amid the stark realities of a profoundly dysfunctional political economy.
Politics and Society Quest for unity in South Africa: a philosophical perspective
Unity for the wrong reasons reduces social cooperation to whatever happens to benefit a particular person or group, making it a zero-sum game.
Politics and Society How colonial rule predisposed Africa to fragile authoritarianism
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.
Politics and Society Closing borders with its neighbours isn’t the answer. Nigeria can do better
Nigeria’s border closure is a panicked reaction which violates ECOWAS protocol.
Arts, Culture and Sport Nollywood filmmaker Kemi Adetiba’s King of Boys now on Netflix
Nollywood films are making their mark on Netflix and the newest addition, King of Boys, a political thriller movie directed by renowned Nigerian video director, Kemi Adetiba, is receiving positive reviews from film critics, and on social media.
Politics and Society Ethiopia’s new year offers a chance to unite the country
Amid New Year celebrations in Ethiopia, questions still linger around the possibility for sustained peace and stability.
Politics and Society Zimbabwe’s deepening crisis: time for second government of national unity?
It’s time for a new approach as it becomes increasingly clear that protests won’t topple the Zanu-PF government.