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November 7, 2023

Nigeria
Blood Money

When it comes to wealth transfer, Nigerian Pentecostal churches prefer to keep it all in the family.  

Hundreds of worshippers, dressed in traditional attire, attend a church service.
Blog Post by Ebenezer Obadare Africa in Transition

February 6, 2023

Democratic Republic of Congo
The Papal Theory of Underdevelopment

Pope Francis’ diagnosis of the causes of African underdevelopment is simplistic, condescending, and ahistorical.

Pope Francis and President of the Democratic Republic of Congo Felix Tshisekedi sit on a stage with a colorful orange, yellow, and white backdrop whilst gazing at one another.
Blog Post by Ebenezer Obadare Africa in Transition

January 27, 2023

Sub-Saharan Africa
Staying Neutral on Ukraine Easier Said Than Done for African States

As the Kremlin-linked Wagner Group expands its Africa footprint, questions remain about what “neutrality” really looks like for African governments. 

In front of a wall of South African and Russian flags, South Africa's Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov turn towards each other at a bilateral meeting in Pretoria, South Africa.
Blog Post by Alexandra Dent Africa in Transition

December 9, 2022

Cybersecurity
Cyber Week in Review: December 9, 2022

Apple continues moving production out of China; APT 41 accused of stealing COVID relief funds; House votes on NDAA; Netherlands will align with U.S. export controls; Maryland bans Tiktok on some phon…

Governor Larry Hogan in the process of raising his hand.
Blog Post by Adam Segal Net Politics

June 14, 2022

Somaliland
Jendayi Frazer on the Search For Multilateral Consensus

Former Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs of the United States Jendayi Frazer speaks about the evolution of U.S. policy toward Somaliland.

A woman wearing a hijab raises the Somaliland flag in the air while smiling
Blog Post by Michelle Gavin Africa in Transition