Criminal groups have captured parts of the state. A broad political coalition must fight corruption and root them out.

The genital disappearance panic sweeping across Nigeria evokes nagging anxiety over masculinity and male power.   

The furor over Nigerian President Bola Tinubu’s academic records is less about his person and more about the character of Nigerian society.  

The pandemic and tensions with China are creating a wedge between Canberra and Washington.

Pervasive despondency about democracy in Africa urges the imperative to strengthen democratic institutions and practices.  

Welcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers May 20 to May 26.   

Guatemala’s first round election upset stands; Brazil’s non-alignment has a democracy blind spot; Remittances to Mexico hit a record $5.7 billion in May.