Hantavirus and Ebola strain a post-Trump global health system Christopher Clary and Catherine Z. Worsnop - June 4, 2026 These recent disease outbreaks show how U.S. aid cuts and withdrawals from international organizations weaken global health responses.
Good to Know: Exiting an international organization Inken von Borzyskowski and Felicity Vabulas - May 29, 2026 10 big questions about IO withdrawals and member suspensions – and the consequences for countries that exit international organizations.
The U.S. rejected a U.N. resolution condemning slavery Eva Jaber, Zola Sayers-Fay, and Kelebogile Zvobgo - May 12, 2026 The “no” vote reflects some of the American public’s views on the past.
Africans support media freedom, but often don’t see it Kelechi Amakoh, Komi Amewunou, and Jeffrey Conroy-Krutz - May 3, 2026 World Press Freedom Day is a reminder that public support for media freedom is essential for defending democracy.
Is oil behind the U.S. attack on Iran? Jeff D. Colgan - March 2, 2026 To understand the Trump administration’s military targets, take a closer look at the petrostate pattern.
Five lessons from Africa’s 2025 elections Kelechi Amakoh - January 8, 2026 Africa’s 2025 electoral cycle saw some post-coup transitions, along with efforts to stifle opposition candidates.
Guinea-Bissau and Benin coup moves reflect democratic disappointment Carolyn E. Holmes - December 15, 2025 Coup leaders claim they’re defending democracy, not upending it.
The G20 line-up for this weekend is shrinking Carolyn E. Holmes - November 21, 2025 Why did the U.S. boycott this global summit – and what happens now?
Ugly campaigns hurt voter trust. Weak institutions make it worse. Kelechi Amakoh - November 18, 2025 New research on negative campaigning in Africa reveals what really undermines democracy.
How authoritarians win elections without stealing votes Kelechi Amakoh - October 28, 2025 From Tanzania to Côte d’Ivoire and Burundi, opposition leaders are sidelined before campaigns begin.