After Gambia’s Return To Democracy Is There Hope For Horn Of Africa? – Analysis
After 22 years of authoritarian rule, Gambians are looking forward to a new era under their country’s first democratically elected
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Author: James Lessons
Originally from London, James Lessons recently graduated from the University of Exeter with a degree in politics and international relations with a particular focus on the African region. He is currently working as a freelance research assistant and writer for a small economic risk consultancy.
Articles by James Lessons :
Will Natural Gas Be A Blessing Or Curse For Mozambique? – OpEd
As Mozambique prepares to reap the windfall from a mammoth natural gas discovery off its coast, a resurgent armed conflict
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Nigeria’s Military: Worse Than Boko Haram? – OpEd
For many, Boko Haram is the epitome of evil. The terror group has shot to worldwide fame with the highly
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Sudanese Leader Omar Al-Bashir’s Ongoing Freedom Is An Affront To International Justice – OpEd
One would expect an alleged criminal looking to avoid detention after being accused of particularly heinous offences to maintain a
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Curing Africa’s ‘Father Of The Nation’ Syndrome – OpEd
Since many of them gained independence in 1960, sub-Saharan Africa’s modern states have faced certain archetypes that tend to resonate
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Fate Of Biggest Little Country In Africa May Be Decided In English Courtroom – OpEd
On July 6, 1189, after a period of armed revolt against his father Henry II, Richard the Lionheart ascended to
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