Many of you operating beyond South Africa will have seen that Tanzania is about to host another sham election. This is part of a broader problem that we refer to as ‘democratic backsliding’. It’s not only an African...
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Fixing local politics starts inside South Africa’s political parties
On 14 September, President Cyril Ramaphosa called called for greater accountability in local government. He emphasised the need for a stricter vetting process for ANC councillors and stronger performance management....
Civil society has a key role in fighting corruption
Corruption remains one of Africa’s greatest obstacles to sustainable development, eroding trust in public institutions, undermining the rule of law, and diverting resources meant for public benefit. According to...
Federal feud: Escalating tensions between Somalia’s federal government and Jubaland
Background Somalia has experienced significant political and social instability since its independence. Although the first few years after independence were relatively peaceful, clan-based politics, competition over...
The allure of the “Rwanda Model” – why it’s misplaced
A view that appears to be gaining traction in some policy circles is that African countries need a benevolent dictator. The argument runs along the lines of suggesting that we’re not quite ready for democracy: Due to...
Why data matters for governance
Data is becoming increasingly central to our daily lives, influencing both personal choices and broader societal decisions. From a governance perspective, improved access to and understanding of data can pave the way...
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