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Researchers: Rise of protectionism poses great risk to African economies

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Tough job awaits new chair of the AU Commission

Image for Gulf states’ proxy war exacerbates conflict in Sudan
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Gulf states’ proxy war exacerbates conflict in Sudan

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Elections in Africa: Five incumbents tumbled and one was humbled

Big man politics and multi-party rule call for new gender plans
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Big man politics and multi-party rule call for new gender plans
South Africa's new political landscape, with its multi-party cabinet and increasingly violent opposition, has brought the rise of big man politics, marked by patriarchal behaviour and a violent masculinity. Now, women will need to join forces across party lines, researchers say.
Women in politics – play the men’s game or change the playing field?
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Women in politics – play the men’s game or change the playing field?

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