Lions on the Move – II on June 7, 2024Major Powers’ contestations in Africa involve a complex interplay of geopolitical, economic, and strategic interests. The US and France, for instance, have a military presence in Africa, often justified by the need to combat terrorism and provide security assistance. Russia and China are also increasing their military engagement through arms sales and training. Post-colonial legacies […]
Lions on the Move – I on June 5, 2024What the economist called “The new scramble for Africa” has been underway for the past few years. The second largest continent and home to 1.4 billion people, with around 60 percent under the age of 25, Africa has been characterized as the ‘Continent of the Future’ and African countries as the ‘lions on the move’. […]