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What the Coup d’État in Mali Teaches Us
... A military coup, led by the US trained Captain Amadou Sanogo, overthrew the democratically elected president of Mali, Amadou Toumani Touré,....
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Senegalese Presidential Elections: How Wade’s Attempts to Confiscate Power Failed
The 85 year old Senegalese President Wade, who was determined to go for a controversial third term, was voted out of the office…
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Cameroon: Victim of Political Apathy
After organizing his elections, he won…One of the world worst known dictators will remain President for the next seven years. So, for 35 years, Paul Biya would be the only President of Cameroon
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November 2011 IIJD Newsletter Update
This November 2011 IIJD monthly updates on recent events presents a snapshot of the current state of affairs of Africa. Please, read more…
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October 2011 IIJD Newsletter Update
This october 2011 IIJD monthly updates on recent events present a snapshot of the current state of affairs of Africa. Please, read more…
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Zambia Presidential Election: Setting an Example for Africa
In September, Zambians voted in a new president, opposition party leader Michael Sata won. The incumbent President Rupiah Banda, much to everyone’s relief and surprise gracefully conceded defeat.
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IIJD September 2011 Newsletter Update
This September 2011 IIJD monthly updates on recent events present a snapshot of the current state of affairs of Africa. Please, read more…
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South Sudan: Independence Marked by Major Challenges
On July 9, 2011, the world officially welcomed its newest nation, South Sudan. This achievement of independence comes with significant challenges….
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