How religion inspires the Nigerian diaspora to develop Africa
In many ways, it’s challenging to define international development. What angle would you prioritise when you consider something so broad?...
For African politicians, fashion could mean more than just dress
Across Africa, politicians are using personal fashion to communicate. From red berets, to all-khaki ensembles, to full-on cosplaying, leaders across the continent...
Why foreign countries are scrambling to set up bases in Africa
Recent media reports claim that a covert Kenyan paramilitary team is responsible for the unconstitutional killing of terror suspects in...
How Nigeria’s new competition law will benefit the economy – and what to watch for
Competition laws protect consumers and create confidence in an economy. It’s a signal to investors and entrepreneurs that a market...
How to hold elections safely and uphold democracy during the COVID-19 pandemic
Free and fair elections face a new kind of threat. In addition to scheming leaders and compromised electoral commissions, there...
How corruption undermines peacebuilding in Nigeria’s oil region
In the wake of an insurgency that devastated Nigeria’s petroleum industry and sent the economy into a tailspin, the Nigerian...
The quality of Nigerian home-grown rice is poor: here’s why
Processing agricultural products – adding value by transforming them from basic commodities – increases their worth, appeal and market value....
What archaeology tells us about the music and sounds made by Africa’s ancestors
Music has been part and parcel of humanity for a long time. Not every sound is musical, but sound has...
Nigerian university students find online learning painful: here’s why
In response to the compulsory closure of institutions of learning as part of measures aimed at curbing the spread of...
Mental health for pregnant women and new mothers: why extra care is needed
The experience of pregnancy and childbirth has been conventionally described as a happy and joyful period of time. On the...
