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As fresh conflicts spring up around the African continent and African militaries once more taste political power, the time for peacemakers on the continent has never been more fraught. With news that former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo is being considered as a Nobel peace

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In 2022 @zittokabwe & @HEBobiwine joined @BrenthurstF on a trip to Ukraine. With local artists String Mockingbird & Sofia Grabovetska, Bobi re-recorded Alone But Altogether, written by @Gjbm555 , @RobinAuldMusic and Bobi. Alone But Altogether is out now!

Alone But Altogether - Bobi Wine and Sofia Grabovetska with String Mockingbird | The Brenthurst...

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Earlier this year, @HEBobiwine & @zittokabwe joined us on a trip to Ukraine. Along with String Mockingbird & Sofia Grabovetska, Bobi recorded two solidarity songs written by @Gjbm555 , @RobinAuldMusic & Bobi. Brothers in Freedom is the 2nd song. Out now!

Brothers in Freedom - Bobi Wine and Sofia Grabovetska with String...

In 2022, two African politicians, Zitto Kabwe and Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, joined The Brenthurst Foundation on a field-trip to Ukraine, the fifth by the F...

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Ever wondered how #SouthAfrica in 2020 compares with #Singapore in 1995? Why not find out in our latest article with @dailymaverick written by Dr Greg Mills and @hartleyr

How South Africa in 2020 compares with Singapore in 1995 | The Brenthurst Foundation

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"We've been fantastic at locking things down", Dr Mills tells @CapeTalk . But now #SouthAfrica must start to think about opening up. Is it time to welcome #tourists back to #SA ? Listen to Dr Mills' interview with John Maytham here. Photo: Getty Images

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It’s hard for the United States to be looked up to in Africa if it is not standing upright. Read the latest from @Gjbm555 and @hartleyr on 'A question for Washington and Pretoria: Do African lives matter?' here: #Washington #Africa #SouthAfrica

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The million-billion-trillion-dollar question facing South Africa after the 29 May election is whether the country will descend into full-blown populism or pivot towards the centre and embrace the economic reforms needed to grow the economy. Read the latest piece by Ray Hartley

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Brenthurst Foundation Director, Dr Greg Mills, and @RobinAuldMusic are joined by @HEBobiwine for their performance of “Don’t fund our oppressor” at the launch of #ExpensivePoverty . #development #Africa

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Silence of the Stones, by Dr Greg Mills. Powerful. Emotive. Important. Watch and share.

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Here is what a South African foreign policy should look like…. By Dr Greg Mills and Ray Hartley

Here’s what a South African foreign policy should look like

South Africa has drifted so far from its democratic moorings that the only way to make coherent sense of its foreign policy is that it is doing the bidding of the rogue nations and organisations it...

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In response to Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's African tour, @BitiTendai , @HEBobiwine @zittokabwe and @Gjbm555 outline clearly why African democrats must close ranks in defence of Ukraine. #Africa #RussiaUkraineWar @_AfricanUnion @AUC_PAPS

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#ICYMI : Commentators have been quick to apportion blame as the tragic scenes from Kabul airport have filtered through the newswire. Listen to @Gjbm555 , @DavidKilcullen and @RoryStewartUK cut through the noise: #Afghanistan #Webinar #Security

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THIS TUESDAY (05.10.21) - Join Dr Greg Mills ( @Gjbm555 ) in his discussion on his new book, Expensive Poverty, with @HEBobiwine and @BitiTendai1 at 11am SAST. Register for the event here:

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We're excited to announce our new music album 'Don't Pay Our Oppressor' is now available to stream. A collaboration between SA folk artists @RobinAuldMusic & @Gjbm555 & Ugandan reggae star @HEBobiwine , it traverses genres of rock, folk and reggae.

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Why do some states thrive, grow their economies and uplift their people, while others, facing similar challenges, slide into low growth, social dysfunction and failure? After decades of work on the ground in Africa, Latin America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, bestselling

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How does a small state in the Horn of Africa, that doesn't officially exist, become peaceful and democratic, without foreign aid? @BrenthurstF show how, against all odds, Somaliland became Africa's secret success, and why it should be a model for others.

Somaliland: How to Get onto the Right Side of History

How does a small state that, according to the UN, doesn't officially exist, with a nonconvertible currency, no officially recognised borders or passports, an...

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In December 2022 @ArchbishopThabo travelled to Ukraine with Dr @Gjbm555 . They met with people from all walks of life to learn more about what Ukrainians are having to currently endure. The Archbishop shares his lessons here: #Ukraine #SouthAfrica

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We all want to live in the country that President Ramaphosa thinks we are living in. Maybe he and his faithful do live there, but the majority of South Africans don’t. Read the latest from @Gjbm555 and @hartleyr on '‘Six impossible things before breakfast’ — how SA went from

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Africa risks becoming the greatest casualty of the Russian war in Ukraine. Parts of the continent face an “unprecedented food emergency” according to the WFP. Africa must be more vocal in supporting Ukraine, for Ukraine's sake, but also the continents.

Africa: A Casualty of Russia's War in Ukraine

Africa risks becoming the greatest casualty of the Russian war in Ukraine. Large parts of the continent face an “unprecedented food emergency” in 2022 accord...

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Last month, Dr Greg Mills spoke to @kykNETtv following the launch of his latest book 'Rich State, Poor State'. Here, he shares his thoughts on what the future of South Africa holds - will it become a rich state or a poor state? #richstatepoorstate #booklaunch #SouthAfrica

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The Brenthurst Foundation Director Greg Mills and the former President of Sierra Leone @ebklegacy , introducing the monitoring mission to the President of Somaliland, @musebiihi .

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‘You cannot govern a country without the consent of the citizens, governance is the establishment of a social contract.’ ~ @BitiTendai

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We are pleased to release our latest documentary – The Asian Aspiration - Can Africa Be The Next Asia? Featuring @HEBobiwine @OluObasanjo1 @RailaOdinga @MaEllenSirleaf @HMDessalegn and many more! Find the full length film below.

The Asian Aspiration Documentary | The Brenthurst Foundation

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🇿🇦As election day fast approaches, it's important that you've made the right choice. Undecided? Unsure? Still haven't made your mind up? ⁠ Use our new tool to help aid your decision: #SouthAfrica #SAVotes #SAElections2024

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This January The Brenthurst Foundation and @KAS_SouthAfrica are launching a three-part Fiscal Policy webinar series hosted by Professor @HaroonBhorat , discussing #debt , #taxes and political economy #reform in #SouthAfrica . Register here:

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Angola’s salvation lies in the hands of its own people. Unita’s political failure in the early 1990s cemented an economy that was extractive and corrupt, essentially designed around distributing the rents (mostly from oil, but also property, diamonds and import/export revenues)

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Join @Gjbm555 this Wednesday as he discusses Afghanistan's future with 2 special guests. Dr Mills will be in conversation with @RoryStewartUK and Dr David Kilcullen, experts with lived experience in the country. Use the link to register w/ @dailymaverick .

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“Upon the liberation of our country from the tyranny of Siyad Barre regime, we inherited a war-ravaged country in which tens of thousands of our people had been killed and the main cities, Hargeisa and Burao, almost entirely destroyed.” #Security #Africa

Opening remarks by HE Muse Bihi Abdi, President of Somaliland, at the The Brenthurst Foundation...

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Somaliland’s commitments to improving its democratic norms and standards have made it a regional democratic superpower. Its progress should shame much richer African countries where incumbents are rolling back democratic progress.

Somaliland: The Power of Democracy | The Brenthurst Foundation

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What role does the @AfCFTA play in #agriculturaldevelopment ? Why don't reforms always work? Tune in to to part two of @marienoelleobj 's chat with Isabelle Tsakok of the @PolicyCenterNS to find out more!

The Cream of the Crop: The Importance of Agriculture in Development with Isabelle Tsakok (Part 2)...

What role does the AfCFTA play in agricultural development? What links growth, stability and equity to agriculture? Why don’t reforms always work? Tune in to part two of Marie-Noelle’s conversat...

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TOMORROW we launch the first of our podcast series 'The Legacy Series' with former African heads of state. Our first guest is @ebklegacy , who led #SierraLeone through the Ebola crisis and achieved great feats in growth and #economicdevelopment . #TheLegacySeries

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Members of the Somaliland Election Monitoring Mission, including @BrenthurstF , attending a briefing the National Electoral Commision in the Hargeisa.

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Voter apathy is a growing problem among SA’s youth. This week, @marienoelleobj speaks to @Siviwe_G , @Our_DA 's Deputy Chief Whip & National Spokesperson, about her political journey and how parliament can become more relevant to younger voters.

The Role and Relevance of Parliament Today: A Chat with Siviwe Gwarube by The Brenthurst Foundation...

Voter apathy is a growing problem among South Africa’s youth. While the reasons behind this are often emotive, they are understandable. To better grasp how and where people have agency, Marie-Noelle...

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Finalist Number Five in our #DemocracyWorks competition is Amuta Stone - to vote for her simply follow us on Twitter and like this tweet!

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Presented by @OluObasanjo1 and @Gjbm555 , ‘The Asian Roundabout: Afghanistan After the West’s Withdrawal asks two questions as NATO troops prepare to leave: Why did they fail to bring stability, and how might peace now occur? Find the full film here.

The Asian Roundabout: Afghanistan After the West's Withdrawal | The Brenthurst Foundation

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'The opposition and Tanzania will survive Magufuli, I cannot see the world turning its attention elsewhere, the immediate future is going to be difficult but in the medium and long term I’m optimistic’ ~ @TunduALissu #GAP #Tanzania @KAS_SouthAfrica

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With 24% of the world's #agricultural land, why does a large portion of #Africa 's population still live in poverty? @marienoelleobj and Isabelle Tsakok of the @PolicyCenterNS dissect the importance of agricultural transformation to help #development .

The Cream of the Crop: The Importance of Agriculture in Development with Isabelle Tsakok (Part 1)...

Africa’s arable land has increase by 52% in 20 years, so why do a large portion of the continent’s population still live in poverty? This week, Marie-Noelle and Isabelle Tsakok of the Policy...

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#Pandemics are known to affect #women more than #men . While men are hit more by physical illness, social consequences hamper women far more. Evidence suggests #Ebola had long-lasting effects on #genderequality . Do you think #Africa has learnt from this? Photo: AP/Sunday Alamba

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Ugandan reggae icon @HEBobiwine + Cape Town legend @RobinAuldMusic present #AloneAltogether - a message of solidarity + self-reliance, encouraging Africans to not be victims, but think of each other and stay at home to combat #coronavirus . Full Version:

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Open democracies, where opponents respect one another even as they contest for power, are under threat from a rising tide of populism. But what is populism, and what has caused its rise in recent years? Watch the full video: #Populism #Democracy #Power

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Results of an independent survey of Zimbabwean voters show that #NelsonChamisa is to defeat President #EmmersonMnangagwa in elections later this year. However, many voters expressed concern about whether the election would be free and fair. #Zimbabwe

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#Zimbabwe ’s president Emerson Mnangagwa’s address on Monday has caused alarm, leading to #ZimbabweanLivesMatter to trend. Last year former #finance minister Tendai Biti wrote how “History repeats itself in Zimbabwe – New president, same old problems”:

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‘The biggest threat Africa faces is the fact that those who are governing are governing without the consent of the majority, the consent of ordinary people’ ~ @BitiTendai speaking at @AfricaACSS today on why #DemocracyWorks and how we start #MakingAfricaWork

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‘International aid interferes with democracy. When the donor community gives CCM 40% of its budget you’re intervening with our democracy, you are allowing the incumbent to have a privilege which the opposition doesn’t have.’ ~ @fatma_karume

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This week @marienoelleobj and @issafrica 's @gdnewham tackle the reason for the decline of SA’s crime and justice system. SA has persistently failed to adequately build the rule of law since the birth of democracy in 1994, and it shows. Out now!

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Through conversations with policy-makers, political actors, academics and topic experts, we talk through the development challenges facing Africa and some of the solutions on offer for economic...

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Tomorrow at 12pm SAST we bring you Part II of the discussion with @ebklegacy . This week, the former President of #SierraLeone touches on the surprises which he came across during his time in power. If you enjoyed Part I, you'll be sure to find this interesting. #TheLegacySeries

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"What can Asia teach us about responding to a crisis?" Join us on 23.04.20 to discuss #TheAsianAspiration Hosted by #JohnMaytham , with co-authors PM Hailemariam Desalegn, Dr Greg Mills + @emilyvdmerwe Sign up here: #Webinar #BookLaunch #Online

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This week @marienoelleobj welcomes Andrew Murray, an author of 'Better Choices: Ensuring South Africa’s Future'. They talk all things service delivery, particularly health & education, exploring ideas which actually make a difference. Out today!

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Government cannot “create” jobs. More than 50% of formal employment in some African countries is in the public sector, is it time we start focusing on job creation by the private sector instead? Listen to this week’s podcast to hear more. #AsianAspiration

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🇺🇦What is the cost of the conflict in Ukraine? #ukraine #UkraineRussianWar #costofwar

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In case you missed it, we've made our #AsianAspiration webinar into a bonus podcast episode! Listen to the full conversation below and find out what #Africa should and shouldn't learn from #Asia in a crisis. #Podcast #Economy #Webinar #Virtual

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‘The challenge in #Africa is that our electoral systems do not work, leaders have removed the ability of democracy to self-correct by rigging #elections ’ ~ @BitiTendai @kas_ny #DemocracyWorks

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Today Dr Greg Mills and the team presented their plans for growth, diversification and equity in #Somaliland , to President @musebiihi #Africa #Development #Economy #Trade

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This week we continue the conversation with @ebklegacy as he gives us an insight into the many surprises he experienced during his time as #SierraLeone 's President, trends relating to coups across the region, and his hopes for #Africa by 2050.

Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with H.E. Ernest Bai Koroma Part II by The Brenthurst Foundation...

This week we continue the conversation with H.E. Ernest Bai Koroma as he gives us an insight into the many surprises he experienced during his time as Sierra Leone's President, trends relating to...

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Junte-se a nós numa conversa com o Dr. Greg Mills no início de Junho para um dos nossos lançamentos em Moçambique do livro "Estado Rico, Estado Pobre". #Mozambique #Maputo #Beira #Tete #BookLaunch

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Follow the link to below to hear @NobelPrize winner @avalaina ’s recent conversation with @Gjbm555 on Africa’s stake in Europe’s peace.

Why Support Ukraine: A Message to Africa from Oleksandra Matviichuk | The Brenthurst Foundation

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From economics and ebola to coups and the challenges of leadership, this episode features @marienoelleobj in conversation with @ebklegacy . It’s THE in-depth look at the President's impact on the history of #SierraLeone . #TheLegacySeries

Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with H.E Ernest Bai Koroma by The Brenthurst Foundation Podcast

From economics and ebola to coups and the challenges of leadership, this episode features Marie-Noelle in conversation with former President of Sierra Leone, H.E Ernest Bai Koroma. It’s THE in-depth...

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In this week’s episode of the #AsianAspiration #Podcast , guest featuring @KaeneDisepo , we address the topic of Africa’s ageing leadership + burgeoning young population. With such dichotomies, you can expect nothing short of a riveting conversation!

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‘In #Zimbabwe , the comrades are still fighting a war that finished 40 years ago’ ~ @BitiTendai @kas_ny #DemocracyWorks #Africa

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O documentário Aspiração Asiática está agora disponível com legendas em francês para o nosso público português. Encontre o documentário aqui:

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An investigative #journalist has been arrested in #Zimbabwe after exposing government #corruption involving #Covid19 supplies. Freedoms are being eroded daily. In January we spoke with #MDC vice-president Tendai Biti about the state of the country: .

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Ahead of the Kenyan elections on Tuesday our first talk this morning with our observers was on reflections from previous election observer missions with @HMDessalegn and @ebklegacy #KenyaDecides2022 #KenyaDecides

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The Brenthurst Foundation, Africa’s preeminent think-tank focused upon economic development on the continent, has today announced that His Excellency Ernest Bai Koroma will be joining the Advisory Board. To read the full press release, visit our website:

Former Sierra Leone President, Ernest Bai Koroma, joins The Brenthurst Foundation Advisory Board |...

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'For as long as we've got the #ANC in power in this country we're in trouble, we need to work really hard to unseat them' ~ @HermanMashaba #Politics #Democracy @KAS_SouthAfrica

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#ICYMI : Somaliland’s commitments to improving its democratic norms and standards have made it a regional democratic superpower. Its progress should shame much richer African countries where incumbents are rolling back democratic progress:

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Le documentaire Aspiration asiatique est maintenant disponible sous-titré en français pour notre public francophone. Retrouvez le documentaire ici:

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'The donor community has created a system whereby being a good leader in Tanzania, is just being a good beggar. It has created a society of beggars.' ~ @fatma_karume

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How @MYANC decisions at #ANCNationalConference will shape the country's trajectory - failed state or success story. @BrenthurstF scenarios explain the consequences. #GoodBadUgly #Scenarios #SouthAfrica

SA’s Future: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly — and a Fistful of Cents | The Brenthurst Foundation

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Have you taken our voter quiz yet? Join the 50,000 others who have answered our policy questions! Take the quiz here: #SouthAfrica #SAVotes #SAelections24

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Listen to how, in spite of a lack of international recognition, Somaliland has become one of Africa's secret success stories, and why it should become a model for many others across the continent. #Somaliland

Somaliland: How to Get onto the Right Side of History by The Brenthurst Foundation Podcast

How does a small state that, according to the UN, doesn't officially exist, with a nonconvertible currency, no officially recognised borders or passports, and is found in one of the most volatile...

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The demand for democracy is higher than the supply, according to recent Afrobarometer surveys; what does this mean? Take a listen to @marienoelleobj 's chat with @joeasunka of @afrobarometer to find out more. #MilitaryRule #Mali #Democracy

Do Africans Now Prefer More Military Rule? A Chat with Afrobarometer’s CEO, Joe Asunka by The...

The demand for democracy is higher than the supply, according to recent Afrobarometer surveys; what does this means and might it have anything to do with the recent spate of coups in West Africa and...

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Earlier this week President Olusegun Obasanjo and Dr Greg Mills had the pleasure of travelling to #Somaliland to meet with President @musebiihi and his Ministers. We shared our latest book ' #DemocracyWorks ' with them. #Africa #Development #Economy #Prosperity #Elections

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#China 's ability to lockdown a compliant population was praised by @WHO , but its attempts to suppress early news undoubtedly cost lives. Many question whether #autocracies are better equipped to deal with a #pandemic than #democracies . Photo: Carlos Garcia Rawlins/Reuters

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Finalist Number One: Tiffy Tiffy by Wyll Diamond

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Our Director Dr Greg mills with His Excellency President @musebiihi discussing #MakingAfricaWork earlier today. #Somaliland #Africa #Democracy #Security #Economy #Employment #Growth #2018

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Join us Friday 21st to discuss the #ANC and #Zimbabwe with #LindiweZulu and @BitiTendai in our latest #GAP webinar. Register here: #Development #Poverty #SADC #SouthAfrica

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Members of The Brenthurst Foundation’s Somaliland Election Monitoring Mission visited Somaliland from 26 May - 2 June. They were there to monitor Parliamentary and Local Government elections at the invitation of Pres Muse Bihi Abdi. Read their findings:

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This week The Brenthurst Foundation was in Essaouira, Morocco, for its annual Advisory Board Meeting. The meeting was attended by individuals including @OluObasanjo1 , @MaEllenSirleaf and @ebklegacy . To read more, follow the link below...

The Brenthurst Foundation Holds Annual Advisory Board Meeting In Morocco | The Brenthurst Foundation

We are at the forefront of new ideas and innovative actions for strengthening Africa's economic performance.

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We’re joining the @CPA_UK and the @BGIPU to launch #DemocracyWorks in Westminster today. Hearing our authors; @BitiTendai , His Excellency Olusegun Obasanjo and Dr Greg Mills, thoughts on the need for strong institutions and democracies in #Africa

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4 years

The #Oppenheimer family has committed R1 bn towards supporting #SouthAfrican SMMEs through this difficult economic time. In tomorrow's podcast, we talk to Jonathan Oppenheimer about why they chose to support #SMMEs in particular – and a whole lot more.

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2 years

Following their trip to #Ukraine with The Brenthurst Foundation, @HEBobiwine and @zittokabwe compiled their thoughts into an article for @africaarguments . "Ukraine will win this war against Russia...because Ukrainians have something to fight for."

Why African democrats must support Ukraine | African Arguments

A victory for Ukraine would be a victory for Africa, argue the Ugandan and Tanzanian opposition figures. Ukraine will win this war against Russia. It will prevail not just because its commanders,...

africanarguments.org

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@BrenthurstF

4 years

Ethiopian PM Abiy has been trying to thaw relations between Somalia and Somaliland. This paper looks at the successes and challenges of Somaliland’s capital. Once an isolated pariah, Hargeisa is now a beacon of stability and prosperity in East Africa.

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“A place that has made something out of virtually nothing” is how former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo describes the progress made by Somaliland. Read more here: @dailymaverick #DemocracyWorks #Africa #Economy #Prosperity #Development

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2 years

#Somaliland is a remarkable – albeit lonely – success in a notoriously troubled region. International recognition of it as a sovereign country in the world community would be an investment in #Africa ’s stability.

Somaliland is an Unrecognised African Success in a Notoriously Troubled Region | The Brenthurst...

We are at the forefront of new ideas and innovative actions for strengthening Africa's economic performance.

www.thebrenthurstfoundation.org

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@BrenthurstF

2 years

In Jan @HHichilema addressed the launch of Expensive Poverty, a book exploring the trillion-dollar question: why #aid has been poorly used in Africa. The president shares his journey and while highlighting the imperative to get Africa on the right track.Catch it all Wednesday.

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@BrenthurstF

5 years

We’re hosting a ‘Democracy Works’ book launch with @ODUnion on May 16th with @BitiTendai and Dr Greg Mills. Please RSVP to Leila.Jack @thebrenthurstfoundation .org to secure your spot. #DemocracyWorks #Africa #Elections #Economy #Development #Growth

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On 10th October 2023, The Brenthurst Foundation led an election observation mission to Liberia. With Kgalema Motlanthe as the mission lead, the team were tasked with reporting on election day to ensure that voting was free and fair. This video uncovers some of Liberia's

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@MYANC will lose its majority and get 47.6% of the vote in 2024 while @Our_DA will rise to 24%, a new survey amongst those who will definitely vote by @BrenthurstF has found. #ZAVote2024 See the full survey here: #ZAVote2024

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*The Brenthurst Foundation: Statement on the Lesotho Election* The Brenthurst Foundation deployed 14 observers led by Mr @BitiTendai , former Finance Minister of Zimbabwe. Read the full statement here: #LesothoVotes2022

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@BrenthurstF

3 years

Somaliland held its first parliamentary elections in 16 years on 31 May. Its hope, writes @PFabric , is that by demonstrating its ability to hold a democratic and peaceful poll, it will boost its case for international recognition:

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@BrenthurstF

2 years

Today marked the launch of our latest book 'In the name of the People: How Populism is Rewiring the World' with @BitiTendai , @hartleyr , @LyalWhite and Professor Mills Soko of @witsbschool . Buy your copy of the book here: #Populism #BookLaunch

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The Brenthurst Foundation

@BrenthurstF

1 year

African #LiberationMovements seldom had a plan for growing the economy and building the society beyond liberation. Instead, they replaced one set of elites with another. Read the latest piece by @kizzabesigye1 , @BitiTendai , @AblChivukuvuku and @Gjbm555 :

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@BrenthurstF

3 years

Congratulations to the @BrenthurstF Chair, former Nigerian President HE @OluObasanjo1 , who has been appointed the @_AfricanUnion 's High Representative for the Horn of Africa. Everyone here at the Foundation wishes you the best in your new role.

African Union

@_AfricanUnion

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The Chairperson of the AU Commission @AUC_MoussaFaki appoints former President H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo of #Nigeria as High Representative for the Horn of #Africa @

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In March 2024, The Brenthurst Foundation, @KASonline and @WLCongress hosted 45 leaders from across the continent to discuss how the abuse of technology and media influence the outcome of elections. Watch the full video on what they said about the state of democracy here:

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His Excellency @OluObasanjo1 and Bishop Precious Omuku sharing insights today at our conference on the future of African cities. #Urbanisation #Nigeria #Lagos #Africa #Development

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Ever wondered what heads of state wished they knew before starting their job? Well, former Ethiopian Prime Minister @HMDessalegn tell us all. Join us tomorrow to hear his reflections and to listen to what his top leadership lessons are from steering affairs in #Ethiopia .

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A big policy bet on the #environment today could pay unimaginable dividends, and quickly. Could #30by30 be the answer for #economic and social #development in Africa post pandemic? Read our latest discussion paper by Greg Mills and @Haile_Roman here:

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