Posts From Djenabou Cisse
Angola Enjoys Post-War FDI Boom
As Angola diversifies its economy, more countries – such as France – are reinforcing bilateral ties to exploit Luanda’s exceptional economic potential. But falling oil prices are undermining the Angolan
Congo-Brazzaville constitutional debate fuels uncertainty
President Sassou-Nguesso’s attempts to change the constitution to allegedly run for a third term are dividing the political class, raising fears of instability in a country already affected by falling
Mali faces ongoing security threats despite peace agreement
The international community has described the signing of a peace agreement between the government and armed groups as a new start for Mali and its best chance for peace. But it
Madagascar seeks tourism renaissance to boost economy
After five years of political crisis, Madagascar’s economy remains sluggish. The government is hoping to restart the economy by boosting tourism and private investments. With important natural resources and rich
Does Kerry’s surprise visit to Somalia prelude a renewed US-Somali relationship?
John Kerry’s surprise visit to Somalia is the latest sign of strengthening relations between the US and Somalia. John Kerry arrived in Mogadishu on May 5, where he met Somali President
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The next emerging economy?
With positive macroeconomic indicators, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is aspiring to be an emerging country by 2030. To achieve this goal, the country appears to be more willing
Will electoral, social tensions threaten stability in Togo?
After a delay, Togo’s presidential election will occur on April 25th, 2015. President Faure Gnassingbé is widely expected to win, whereas the opposition is struggling to propose an alternative to
With Ebola epidemic and political instability, Guinea faces an economic disaster
Violent anti-government protests occurred last week in Conakry over insecurity and the electoral timetable. With rising political instability and the Ebola epidemic yet to be contained, Guinea is facing an
