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Pan-Africanism Is a Beautiful Lie
Pan-Africanism Is a Beautiful Lie
This article argues that Pan-Africanism, while historically important during the fight against colonialism, is no longer Africa’s most urgent priority. Many African nations still struggle with tribalism, ethnic division, weak... Read more...
The Avatar Within Us: On Proximity to Whiteness and the Unfinished Work of Decolonization
The Avatar Within Us: On Proximity to Whiteness and the Unfinished Work of Decolonization
Through the lens of Avatar, this piece explores the lingering architecture of colonial power in Africa. It argues that beyond territorial independence lies a deeper, unresolved struggle: the internalized belief... Read more...
American influence in Congo
Uranium, Dictators, and Cobalt: A Century of American Interests in Congo
 “Congo Was Never Poor; It Was Made That Way” This article exposes how the United States and other Western powers played a central role in the underdevelopment of the Democratic... Read more...
Congo’s Dilemma: Democracy or Visionary Dictatorship?
Congo’s Dilemma: Democracy or Visionary Dictatorship?
As the Democratic Republic of the Congo opens its market to U.S. investors, questions arise about whether its fragile democracy can guarantee long-term stability. Frequent regime changes have disrupted policies... Read more...
Congo at a Crossroads: Which Devil Do We Choose?
Congo at a Crossroads: Which Devil Do We Choose?
A new mineral deal is reportedly underway between the United States and the Democratic Republic of Congo. But for many Congolese and members of the diaspora, this raises an unsettling... Read more...