Stability in southern Africa hinges on how leaders gain and lose power: Protesters demand Congolese President Joseph Kabila step down. Reuters/Thomas MukoyaWhile each country in Southern Africa has its own politics, recent developments involving presidents provide interesting contrasts across the region. Which presidents gain and lose power in 2018 – and how they do so – will … [Read more...] about Stability in southern Africa hinges on how leaders gain and lose power | The Conversation
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The thin line between electoral credibility and political stability in Kenya | The Conversation
The thin line between electoral credibility and political stability in Kenya: President Uhuru Kenyatta and contender Raila Odinga in happier times. The two are now embroiled in a bitter political contest. Reuters/Thomas MukoyaAfter a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated Kenya’s August 8 presidential election, the country now finds itself in a moral predicament between … [Read more...] about The thin line between electoral credibility and political stability in Kenya | The Conversation
Bringing Stability to Darfur: UN and Government of Sudan Launch a Joint Programme for Rule of Law in Darfur
Bringing Stability to Darfur: UN and Government of Sudan Launch a Joint Programme for Rule of Law in Darfur: The United Nations, the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of International Cooperation have launched a major drive to enhance the rule of law in Darfur. The initiative comes under the umbrella of the “Global Focal Point” which is a United Nations … [Read more...] about Bringing Stability to Darfur: UN and Government of Sudan Launch a Joint Programme for Rule of Law in Darfur
Trump’s victory is bad — for Africa and for global stability | The Conversation
Trump's victory is bad -- for Africa and for global stability: Donald Trump brings aggression into the US Presidency that threatens world stability. REUTERS/Stephen LamThe most forceful message being sent by a Donald Trump victory is that the American electorate has repudiated the policies and political practices of the past – at least – eight years. The second message is … [Read more...] about Trump’s victory is bad — for Africa and for global stability | The Conversation
Important with Stability in the Horn of Africa
Important with Stability in the Horn of Africa: Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge Brende visited the Horn of Africa between 25 and 29 October. ‘The region is facing armed conflict, humanitarian crisis and political instability. It is in Norway’s interest to support measures which can contribute to stability and development,’ said Minister of Foreign … [Read more...] about Important with Stability in the Horn of Africa
