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06 Nov 2026 / by Willis Okumu & Said Abdullahi

Fighting Somali piracy needs local leadership and foreign naval backing

Coordination among foreign navies and Somali security forces is key, as is the judicious use of external military operations.

05 Nov 2026 / by Priyal Singh & Denys Reva

Russia’s Africa paradox: growing influence, limited returns

Even as Moscow’s engagement deepens, African governments increasingly treat Russia as one among several partners – not an indispensable ally.

04 Nov 2026 / by Karen Allen

Uganda’s digital duel reveals the latest election manipulation tactics

Rival political networks used deceptive online campaigns and AI-generated content to shape public perceptions during elections.

03 Nov 2026 / by Romi Sigsworth, Nicky Prins & Florencia Belvedere

Between ballots: breaking corruption cycles in SA municipalities

Municipal corruption is a self-reinforcing system, so accountability is needed on an ongoing basis, not just before elections.

02 Nov 2026 / by Tatien Nkeshimana, Veronica Chepseba & Bram Verelst

Congolese refugees caught between war and closing doors

As fighting continues in eastern DRC, shrinking aid and tighter security in host countries undermine the rights of refugees.

30 Oct 2026 / by Nompumelelo Zungu & Chandré Gould

Preventing gender-based violence means protecting those most at risk

In South Africa, women with disabilities face heightened dangers, while children exposed to abuse need support to prevent intergenerational cycles of violence.