Chris Edwards on the symbolism and implications of Obama’s recent trip to Africa.
Africa
African Region
‘Africa’s Pinochet’: Who is Hissène Habré?
Following the arrest of the former Chadian president Hissène Habré, Tyler Amos discusses his past, his crimes and the significance of his trial.
One Intimate Glimpse at Zimbabwe, Pt. 2
An Interview with Tapiwa Chipfupa, Pt. 2 of 2
Zimbabwe: An Election to Watch For
Chris Edwards on the possibilities and implications of the upcoming election in Zimbabwe.
The Spark for African Growth? Social Investment in Entrepreneurs
Tyler Amos discusses the potential of social investment as an engine of African Growth.
Canadian Peacekeeping: A Story of Misguided Self-Perception
Opinion piece by Brenna Owen on Canada’s humanitarian track record abroad and within Canada.
Looking South: A New Direction for Transatlantic Relations
Courtenay Mitchell of atlantic-community.org argues that NATO must focus more on developing countries in order to stay relevant.
Egypt’s new cross-roads: The bipolarity of power, and the unfinished revolution
After the ousting of President Morsi and Canada closing it Embassy in Cairo, Milosz Zak contrasts the current turmoil with his own experiences of the Arab Spring in Egypt.
Libya’s Loose Weapon Problem
Chris Edwards on the spread of Libyan weapons in Africa and the potential consequences of inaction.
The Changing Nature of Piracy: the Significance of Iranian Weapons Smuggling in Palestine and Africa
Brenna Owen discusses the implications of Iranian weapons smuggling on the current state of piracy around African coasts.