Jacob Zuma Hails Burkina Faso as a Model for African Liberation

Jacob Zuma Hails Burkina Faso as a Model for African Liberation

Former South African President Jacob Zuma has lauded Burkina Faso as a shining example of African liberation and self-determination, following a meeting with President Ibrahim Traoré in Ouagadougou. According to the Burkinabè presidency, Zuma commended the West African nation for its bold stance against neocolonial influence and its commitment to reclaiming Africa’s sovereignty over its […]

A New Dispensation of African Leadership

A New Dispensation of African Leadership

A NEW DISPENSATION OF AFRICAN LEADERSHIP: THINKING BEYOND POLITICAL DECOLONISATION Despite several years of decolonisation in Africa, parts of the continent are still enmeshed in neocolonialism, imperialism, and other forms of subtle colonial control. And I think that part of the reason for this is that, while previous attempts have interrogated the subject matter, emphasis […]

Unpacking the Developments from ICAD 2025

Unpacking the Developments from ICAD 2025

THE EXTRICATION OF AFRICA FROM DETRIMENTAL TREATIES AND ORGANISATIONS  “The Developments from ICAD 2025”. To begin with, I’d like to make reference to a panel discussion moderated by LN24 International’s Yvonne Katsande. She was joined by Ambassador Dr Arikana, the former AU ambassador to the US, as well as Professor Patrick Lumumba, who is a […]

International Conference on Africa’s Democracy (ICAD) 2025

International Conference on Africa’s Democracy (ICAD) 2025

The International Conference on Africa’s Democracy (ICAD) 2025 is a platform aimed at fostering dialogue on governance and development challenges unique to Africa. The inaugural edition, themed “Afro-Democracy: Building Governance Systems that Work in Africa for Africans,” is running in Abuja, Nigeria. It brings together delegates from across the continent, including heads of state, legislators, […]