People, Power, Politics

From the evolving security and governance landscape to the rapid pace of demographic shifts, digitization, and urbanization, Africa is undergoing a profound emergence as an integral part of the new global order.

The intersection of people, politics, and power in Africa is a dynamic space marked by both opportunities and challenges. From the evolving security and governance landscape to the rapid pace of demographic shifts, digitization, and urbanization, Africa is undergoing a profound emergence as an integral part of the new global order. Africa’s future depends on navigating these competing forces to foster more inclusive, equitable, and democratic societies.

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Into Africa

Nigeria 2027: Can Nigerians Trust the 2027 Election?

Oge Onubogu is joined by Samson Itodo to discuss Nigeria’s electoral landscape and the governance deficit at the heart of many of its challenges.

Podcast Episode by Oge Onubogu — September 10, 2026

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Into Africa

Africa on the Move: Migration, Labor Mobility, and Integration

Oge Onubogu speaks with Amanda Bisong and Daniel Yu about the realities of migration across Africa the gap between political rhetoric and economic evidence, and what greater labor mobility could mean for the continent’s growth and integration.

Podcast Episode by Oge Onubogu — August 27, 2026

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Into Africa

It's More Than Just A Game: Africa at the Men’s World Cup and the Women’s AFCON

In this Youth Roundtable, Catherine Nzuki is joined by Janine Anthony and Chibuogwu Nnadiegbulam. They unpack what drove the group-stage surge, from expanded participation fees to the competitive edge of AFCON, and why so many campaigns unraveled after the 80th minute.

Podcast Episode by Catherine Nzuki — August 13, 2026

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Into Africa

Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, Executive Director, WHO Health Emergencies Programme: Ebola outbreak in Ituri, Congo "a perfect storm."

This week on Into Africa, we are sharing an episode from the CSIS podcast, CommonHealth, hosted by CSIS Senior Vice President and Director of Global Health Policy Center Stephen Morrison. Stephen is joined by Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, Executive Director, WHO Health Emergencies Programme.

Podcast Episode by Oge Onubogu and J. Stephen Morrison — July 30, 2026

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Into Africa

Old Playbooks, New Threats: Africa’s Evolving Security Landscape

In the season two premiere of Into Africa, Dr. Olajumoke Ayandele, Clinical Assistant Professor at New York University, and Peter Bofin, Senior Analyst, Southeast Africa at ACLED, join Oge to unpack this evolving threat landscape. Together, they examine how technology is reshaping how armed groups recruit, finance, and operate. 

Podcast Episode by Oge Onubogu — July 2, 2026

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Into Africa

Beyond Aid: Redefining Africa’s Development

Tjada D'Oyen McKenna, CEO of Mercy Corps, and Noam Unger, Vice-President of the Global Development department at CSIS, join Oge to assess the current state of the international development and humanitarian assistance landscape and explore what challenges and opportunities this moment presents for Africa’s future.
 

Podcast Episode by Oge Onubogu and Noam Unger — April 23, 2026

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Can Gen Z Protests Reshape Governance in Africa?

Across Africa, Gen Z–led protests are redefining political engagement. But can this new wave of activism move beyond disruption to deliver lasting institutional change?

Commentary by Khasai Makhulo and Oge Onubogu — April 10, 2026