Opinion & Analysis
South Sudan: democracy still on trial
In September, the South Sudanese government postponed elections until 2026, representing a troubling setback for the democratic process in a country that has not gone to the polls since gaining independence 13 years ago, writes Janet Sankale Africa Briefing The postponement of South Sudan’s first ever elections by the government represents a troubling setback for […]
Troop withdrawal will leave Somalia exposed
As the African Union Transition Mission is being replaced, concerns have been raised over the ongoing Al-Shabaab insurgency in the country and a resurgence of piracy in the Red Sea that could destabilise the region further, writes Janet Sankale Africa Briefing The African Union – Peace and Security Council (AU-PSC), in its 1,225th session in […]
More accountability for sexual violence in Sudan needed now
On the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, Janet Sankale highlights the dire plight of Sudanese women, who face rampant sexual violence amidst the ongoing civil war. This op-ed underscores the urgent need for global action to address gender-based violence, hold perpetrators accountable, and support survivors. AFRICA BRIEFING A SURGE of […]
No to second anniversary of Sudan war
By Brian Kagoro April 15 marked one year since the breakout of the devastating war in Sudan that has killed 14,000 people, displaced over 16.5 million and led to the worst humanitarian crisis today with half of the population in need of humanitarian assistance. Almost five million people are on the brink of famine, 18 […]