Morgiane Noel
On 24 December 2025, Algeria passed a law recognising French colonisation as a state crime, and calling for restitution and reparations. The law is primarily domestic and symbolic. But Morgiane Noel argues that it signals a significant postcolonial shift that could influence African politics, EuropeâAfrica relations, and discussions of historical justice in international law Read more
Elise Ketelaars
The rapid contraction of EU presence in the Sahel has sparked debate over Europeâs diminishing influence. But what did these missions get right? And what did they get wrong? EU capacity building in Sahel Niger, saysâŻElise Ketelaars, offers important lessons for EU Common Security and Defence Policy design, and for broader security sector reform efforts Read more
Robin E. MĂśser
African states have long championed nuclear disarmament, from resisting colonial-era testing to advancing the Pelindaba and Prohibition Treaties. Yet frustration is growing over the slow pace of progress and exclusion from global forums. Robin MÜser argues that African experiences offer lessons to revitalise inclusivity ahead of the 2026 Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) Review Conference Read more
Michael Asiedu
Chad's 20-year conviction of opposition leader Succès Masra reveals how African courts have become weaponised against dissent. Across the continent, writes Michael Asiedu, from Benin to Uganda, authoritarian regimes are increasingly using fabricated charges to silence opponents. This, he says, masks repression behind democratic facades, erodes judicial independence, and weakens the prospects for genuine democratic transition Read more
John Chin
Paul Biya, the worldâs oldest head of state and the second-longest ruling leader in Africa, ran for a record eighth term earlier this month. John Chin and Julien Derroitte assess Cameroonâs prospects for peace and democracy in Africaâs turbulent coup belt Read more
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