East Africa

Where does deforestation occur, why is it happening, and what can be done to prevent it?

What are China’s objectives in Africa, how valid is the concept of ‘debt trap’ diplomacy, and what are China’s military ambitions in the region?

Aanu Adeoye outlines how the invasion of Ukraine is affecting perceptions of Russia across the Africa region.

Short explainer outlining the energy issues facing those forced to flee their homes due to conflict, and how a lack of acccess impacts them.

Short video explaining how the Policy for Recovery Series provides careful analysis and evidence-based policy solutions for Africa.

Explaining China’s motives for the BRI, perception of the initiative internationally, and how the Belt and Road may evolve in the future.

Throughout 2020, pandemic lockdowns have been punctuated by mass movements calling for political change. What characteristics allow such protests to make an impact?

Pro-LGBTQ legislation needs upholding, particularly in an era of conservative repression, writes Graeme Reid.

A special episode with HE Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, African Union (AU) Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS).

The supply chain of a seemingly innocuous cash crop – sesame – has intersected with transnational conflict dynamics, exacerbating tensions between Ethiopia and Sudan.

Kenya’s story-telling tradition has found new life and marginalised communities have new platforms thanks to a surge in podcasting, writes Vanessa Gathecha.

From Norway to South Sudan, UN Police Commissioner, Christine Fossen, speaks to Gitika Bhardwaj about her experience in policing as part of a series exploring women in international affairs.

Zambia’s recent approach to international relations has boosted the country’s prominence, but further domestic focus is needed to make this a sustainable policy shift.

African countries face collective climate and job creation-related challenges, yet policymaking often remains regionally siloed.

Episode ten discusses Africa and the complex role China plays on the continent, and how the world should be responding to the major conflicts of 2023.

Despite few African trade and financial links with Russia and Ukraine, the war in Ukraine will cause civil strife in Africa due to food and energy inflation.

Highlighting key interventions from African policymakers, business leaders, researchers, and civil society voices on green financing and implementation plans.

At the US-Africa Leaders Summit, Washington will need to go beyond strategic geopolitical interest to compete with China’s offer, says James Orr.

From nuclear proliferation to African debt, here are the issues six of our expert contributors expect to make the news in the year ahead.

Increasing maritime awareness has already delivered impact, but consistency and continental leadership are needed to realize the sector’s full potential.

How did leading academics and policymakers think about and impact imperialism and decolonization from the 1920s to 1970s?

Change is necessary not only in global economic structures and attitudes – but in African governance too.

The COP host has a crucial role to play in climate justice for the continent and in the vexed issue of African gas in the energy transition, says Karim Elgendy.

Nature-based solutions can protect African nations’ shared natural endowment and meet the needs of their people.

Examining the crossover between water security and climate change with the next two COPs taking place in regions with a history of being water stressed.

To meet the challenges of rapid urbanization, African governments must harness the potential of young innovators to help shape the future of African cities.

In the final part of a series on the impact of the Roe v Wade ruling, Nina van der Mark assesses the global impact of America’s reverse on reproductive rights.

The continent plans to make 60 per cent of its vaccines by 2040. After the failure of the world to help in the pandemic, it’s high time, says Ngozi Erondu.

From agriculture and navigation to banking and tele-education, satellite technology can have a huge impact on rapidly developing societies, says Val Munsami.

Young professionals from across the continent tell Emmanuel Adegboye how city life could be improved: from high-speed rail to people-centred urban planning.

Assessing key issues and debates ahead of Kenya’s general election

As Chatham House marks 20 years of its Africa Programme, Christopher Vandome recalls momentous visits from some of the continent’s independence heroes.

The new African Continental Free Trade Area must embrace hyperscale data centres, cross-border digital payments and other innovations to realise its potential.

Jenna Marshall on a lively if flawed argument to find a way forward in a debate that has descended ‘into acrimony’.

Africa’s news sites are gripping audiences with digital innovation and bold directions. Helen Fitzwilliam talks to editors at three platforms.

The two countries are in contrasting states of democratic health, says James Orr, but their next rulers will both face debt, inflation and frustrated voters.

Voters want the continent’s ageing leaders to step aside to usher in a new age of political engagement and robust democracy, say the experts of Afrobarometer.