In a tragic series of attacks, approximately 113 people have been killed in recent violence across Nigeria, with many of the victims being Christians. As the holy season of Easter approaches, believers in the country find themselves increasingly vulnerable to terrorist groups, who continue to target religious minorities, particularly Christians, in
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Economic Perspective: Top 5 FDI Destinations in Africa and the Legal Factors Driving Investment
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Africa has grown significantly in recent years, as both global and regional investors recognize the continent’s vast economic potential. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Africa has grown significantly in recent years, as both global and regional investors recognize the continent’s vast economic potential. With its
Reclaiming Africa’s Mineral Wealth: How Continental Laws Can Prevent Future Exploitation
Africa is a continent rich in natural resources, including vast deposits of minerals that are essential to the global economy. From gold and diamonds to rare earth elements and cobalt, Africa’s mineral wealth has attracted the attention of multinational mining companies for decades. However, this wealth has not translated into
Debt Trap Diplomacy: Implications for Debtor Nations and the Need for Regulatory Reform
In recent years, China has become a major global economic player, not only through trade and investment but also by offering loans to developing countries. However, China's increasing lending practices have raised significant concerns about its debt strategy—often referred to as “debt trap diplomacy.” This strategy involves China providing large
Building an African Coalition to Combat Jihadist Threats: Legal Strategies for Prevention and Accountability
The threat of Islamic jihadist groups across Africa has grown significantly in recent years, impacting security, governance, and the economy of the continent. Terrorist organizations such as al-Qaeda, Boko Haram, ISIS, and their affiliated groups have carried out deadly attacks, often in remote and under-governed regions. The rise in jihadist
Protecting Africa’s Future: Key Steps the AU Must Take to Prevent the Abduction and Exploitation of Young Girls
The abduction and exploitation of young girls remain one of the most distressing human rights violations across Africa. From kidnappings linked to terrorist organizations to the exploitation of girls in forced labor, early marriage, and sexual slavery, this crisis impacts millions of vulnerable children. In regions with political instability, weak
Global Laws Needed to Prevent Child Brides: A Call for Unified Action
Child marriage remains a significant issue affecting millions of young girls worldwide, with devastating consequences for their health, education, and future prospects. Despite global efforts to end this harmful practice, child brides continue to be married off at an alarming rate, often due to entrenched cultural traditions, poverty, and weak
Strengthening Africa’s Security: How Unified Anti-Terror Laws Can Protect Nations Across the Continent
In recent years, the African continent has faced an increasing threat from terrorism, with extremist groups operating across various regions. From Boko Haram in West Africa to Al-Shabaab in the Horn of Africa, these groups have caused devastation, insecurity, and displacement. In response to this escalating crisis, the African Union