Improving Forest Governance in East Africa’s Eastern Arc Mountains

The Eastern Arc Mountains in Tanzania and Kenya are a region of great ecological and socio-economic importance.
Low-Carbon Energy Transition in Africa: Insights from West Africa

A shift towards low-carbon, renewable energy sources is imperative if the worst impacts of climate change are to be avoided. Although Africa has contributed a relatively small proportion of historical carbon emissions, the continent must still play a role in transitioning to a sustainable, green economy.
The Nexus Between Prosperity in the African Maritime Domain and Maritime Security

At the centre of ocean governance are the undefined concepts of ‘Blue Economy’ and ‘maritime security’.
Pan-Africanism and the African Renaissance Through the APRM

Pan-Africanism has historically played a crucial role in shaping the foundations of African institutions, and continues to do so today.
Will Tanzania’s Natural Gas Endowment Generate Sustainable Development?

Tanzania first discovered natural gas in commercially viable quantities in 2010. In March 2016, another major gas discovery of 2.7 trillion cubic feet (TCF), estimated at a value of some $8 billion was made in the Ruvu Basin Coast Region. This brings Tanzania’s total estimated gas reserves to roughly 60 TCF, and could generate up to $6 billion in annual revenue.
What women entrepreneurs need most

As part of the G20 initiatives last week, the World Bank’s Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative, or We-Fi, was launched.
The trade reform of SACU: Country case studies of regional integration

Member states of the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) are currently deadlocked in discussions on the future of the revenue-sharing arrangement and the role of the SACU Tariff Board.
Deepening SACU integration: The potential contribution of a regional development fund

Member states of the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) are currently engaged in discussions on industrial policy and the need to develop regional value chains.
The power shake-up that SA desperately needs

The ANC and the National Party were nationalist movements driven by grievance against the British.
#Guptaleaks: South Africa Opens New Investigation into State Graft

In June, South Africa’s public protector announced there would be a new investigation into the #GuptaLeaks allegations of corruption at the highest levels of government. It’s a symptom of South Africa’s broader problems.