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Economy and ecology

Germany-Senegal gas plans: New potential for modernisation

Critics of the two countries' gas cooperation fail to recognise that the revenues from the sales would be essential for the Senegalese population

By Karamba Diaby

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Democracy and society

‘It is clear that Congolese people are against MONUSCO’

The controversial MONUSCO mandate has been extended. While welcomed by the international community, the mission has failed to build local legitimacy

By Stephanie Jänsch

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Economy and ecology

Does Africa deserve green aid?

Given Africa’s small net emissions, wealthy countries should consider boosting investment in the continent’s carbon-intensive industries

By Bright Simons

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Democracy and society

Time for South Africa's government to deliver on promises

South Africa's ruling party is facing a heated party conference, while the president's corruption affair overshadows important policy decisions

By Khwezi Mabasa

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Foreign and security policy

EU-Africa relations need a new strategy

Africa can represent one of the most legitimate partners for the EU. But for that, the EU must show more respect for the agency of African states

By Nicoletta Pirozzi

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Economy and ecology

Green hydrogen - a win-win for all?

The Green hydrogen cooperation could foster social and ecological transformation in Namibia but only if the EU respects the interests of both parties

By Patrick Schneider

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Interviews

‘Africa can achieve more if it will speak with one voice‘

David Luke on the free trade area which will contribute to transforming trade in the African continent and drive long-overdue industrialisation

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Economy and ecology

Climate justice for Africa

Fighting climate change is not just about emissions but also justice. African countries shouldn’t have to choose between development and the climate

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Economy and ecology

No more ‘blah blah’ at COP27

Enough with broken promises. COP27 must shake politicians into the reality that talks must be focused on protecting vulnerable lives

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Economy and ecology

How climate change fuels conflicts in West Africa

The crisis in the Sahel shows that wars fuelled by climate change could make earth a place unfit for life earlier than rising temperatures

By Obiora Ikoku