Russia and the Post-Soviet Space, Sub-Saharan Africa, Security Patrick Kornegay, Jr., Former Staff Writer Russia and the Post-Soviet Space, Sub-Saharan Africa, Security Patrick Kornegay, Jr., Former Staff Writer

Russian Soft Power Influence in Africa

For Russia’s Africa strategy, the most critical soft-power attraction is Russia as an assertive but pragmatic actor; the West must counter Russian soft power operations in Africa by supporting democratic and human rights initiatives.

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Sub-Saharan Africa Adeline Piotrowski, Former Contributing Writer Sub-Saharan Africa Adeline Piotrowski, Former Contributing Writer

The Jaded Rainbow Nation: What Jacob Zuma’s Arrest Could Mean for South Africa’s Democratic Future

This article seeks to dissect the root of the recent civil unrest in South Africa following the arrest of former president Jacob Zuma, while examining the Zuma presidency to uncover where the widening cracks lie within the fractious African National Congress. The author argues that while some of those who participated in the violence may be frustrated with the lack of economic opportunities and failure of the ANC to follow through with its campaign promises, this insurrection was ultimately an attempt by pro-Zuma supporters to manipulate public discord for their own political purpose.

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U.S. Foreign Policy, Sub-Saharan Africa, Technology and Information, International Development Adeline Piotrowski, Former Contributing Writer U.S. Foreign Policy, Sub-Saharan Africa, Technology and Information, International Development Adeline Piotrowski, Former Contributing Writer

Why African 5G Should Be A Priority for the United States

By providing Western 5G alternatives to African countries, the United States can counter Chinese investment on the continent and reforge a relationship with an increasingly important region.

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