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What to Watch in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2021
January 12, 2021 | Judd Devermont, Marielle Harris, Yemi Adamolekun, Lina Benabdallah, Will Brown, Maria E. Burnett, Emilia Columbo, Mvemba Phezo Dizolele, Hilary Matfess, Kyle Murphy , Rafiq Raji, Jon Temin, Laird Treiber From escalating conflicts in Ethiopia and Mozambique to a China-Africa relationship characterized by vaccine distribution and debt forgiveness, the CSIS Africa Program previews some of the top stories to watch in sub-Saharan Africa in 2021.

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Mapping an Emotional Landscape: Urban Anxiety in Johannesburg
January 6, 2021 | Judd Devermont, Marielle Harris The CSIS Africa Program speaks with Cobus van Staden and Nicky Falkof about the emotional dimensions of life in Johannesburg, South Africa, and what they can teach us about urban trends across the global south.

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Rethinking Crisis Responses in the Sahel
December 22, 2020 | Judd Devermont, Marielle Harris The conflict in the Sahel is entering its tenth year, and the region has never been further from peace. Judd Devermont and Marielle Harris urge regional and international stakeholders to re-assess and revalidate their strategies in the region.

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Under the Radar: Winter Edition
December 18, 2020 | Judd Devermont, Ryan Cummings In the third edition of Under the Radar, Judd Devermont and Ryan Cummings spotlight six sub-Saharan African countries that receive limited international media attention: Angola, Burkina Faso, Burundi, The Gambia, Niger, and Seychelles.

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Why Africa Matters to Boise
December 14, 2020 | Judd Devermont Africa matters to Boise, Idaho. CSIS’s Judd Devermont highlights the city’s commitment to welcoming refugees and its contributions to shaping U.S.-African policy at the national level.

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Why Africa Matters to Albuquerque
December 10, 2020 | Judd Devermont Albuquerqueans are advancing U.S. interests and contributing to peace and security in sub-Saharan Africa. Judd Devermont highlights Albuquerque’s national security ties, as well as the city’s economic, cultural, and academic links to the region.

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Why the #EndSARSNow Movement Swept Nigeria’s South
December 9, 2020 | Hilary Matfess #EndSARSNow protests have largely taken place in southern Nigeria. CSIS Senior Associate Hilary Matfess explains why, pointing to the concentration of police abuse against civilians in the country’s south.

Critical Questions
Repression as Voters Weigh Museveni’s 34 Years
December 8, 2020 | Maria E. Burnett Uganda’s ruling party is cracking down on the opposition and protesters ahead of the January 2021 presidential elections. Maria Burnett and Irene Ikomu analyze recent arrests and killings and identify opportunities for both regional and international engagement.

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Experts React: Urban Legends
December 8, 2020 | Caitlin Welsh, Erol Yayboke, Jacob Kurtzer, Judd Devermont The most pressing foreign policy challenges will likely unfold in rapidly urbanizing landscapes. By 2050, over two-thirds of the world population will live in urban areas, presenting challenges and opportunities for political, security, and development stakeholders.

Critical Questions
The Battle of Mekelle and Its Implications for Ethiopia
December 4, 2020 | Judd Devermont The Ethiopian government seized control of Mekelle, Tigray Region, after a month of violence between state forces and Tigrayan troops. Judd Devermont outlines prospects for intensified fighting and explains how the conflict is affecting Ethiopia’s democratic transition.

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The Train Is Leaving the Station: Digital Currency in Sub-Saharan Africa
December 3, 2020 | Judd Devermont, Topaz Mukulu Mobile money and digital currencies are booming in sub-Saharan Africa, especially since the start of the pandemic. Judd Devermont and Topaz Mukulu walk through the advantages and disadvantages of the technologies and outline recommendations for their adoption.

Commentary
Rediscovering America: Why African Leader Tours Benefit U.S. Foreign Policy
November 18, 2020 | Judd Devermont It is time for the U.S. government to revive the African leader visit, escorting counterparts outside the Beltway. Judd Devermont and Catherine Chiang urge Washington to restore pomp and circumstance tours for African leaders to rebuild ties and advance U.S. policy.

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