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Tag: African politics

Is Burkina Faso’s Ibrahim Traoré the New Face of Pan-Africanism?

Is Burkina Faso’s Ibrahim Traoré the New Face of Pan-Africanism?

November 19, 2025November 17, 2025 Noe Beaudoin

Since Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s ascension to power in Burkina Faso in 2022, he has garnered a controversial reputation as a symbol of anti-imperialism for some and a continuation of military authoritarianism for others. Through rhetoric and policy, he represents a … Continue reading

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The Young Revolution: A Look at the 2024 Kenyan Protests and Renewed Uprising

The Young Revolution: A Look at the 2024 Kenyan Protests and Renewed Uprising

February 6, 2025February 4, 2025 Alexander Morris-Schwarz

Over the past year, Kenya has experienced significant social and political upheaval. Beginning in June 2024, mass protests led mainly by the country’s youth attracted attention both on the domestic and international stage. Driven by dissatisfaction with government policies, particularly … Continue reading

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Le Congo : Une trajectoire historique du conflit

Le Congo : Une trajectoire historique du conflit

March 29, 2024March 26, 2024 Plem Kijamba

Cet article retrace l’histoire de l’instabilité politique en République Démocratique du Congo (RDC) depuis l’assassinat de Patrice Lumumba en 1961. Le conflit qui ravage le pays aujourd’hui s’inscrit dans un contexte historique plus large, décrit dans le livre The Congo: … Continue reading

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