The building of the Ethiopian Grand Renaissance Dam has been controversial to say the least. The $5bn project along the Blue Nile is aiming to alleviate the fast-industrialising country’s power shortage, as well as being able to export excess energy … Continue reading Water Wars: are Ethiopia and Egypt heading towards conflict?
The unprecedented victory of the Tigrayan rebel forces at the end of June against two of Africa’s strongest armies has sent shockwaves across East Africa. Such a victory against well-funded government forces is something that has not been seen globally … Continue reading What does Tigray’s latest victory mean for East Africa?
The BBC’s recent documentary, Aung San Suu Kyi: The Fall of an Icon, was a sobering reality-check that all those focused on international politics should watch. The film took us on a journey on how the charming, Oxbridge-educated Suu Kyi … Continue reading From Aung San Suu Kyi to Abiy Ahmed; when will we learn that no leader is infallible?
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