This project is funded by the Africa Digital Rights Fund of The Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa

Based on 200,000 files, Mauritius Leaks exposes a sophisticated system that diverts tax revenue from poor nations back to the coffers of Western corporations and African oligarchs.

Language used by the New York Times in an ad for its next Nairobi bureau chief has reignited the debate on media's use of tired stereotypes about Africa.

More than 100 protesters have been killed in Sudan and numerous reports of rape emerged. Liberia, Ethiopia and Kazakhstan also faced internet shutdowns this week.

So what comes next in this volatile moment of political upheaval in Sudan?

Here are the "18 Commandments" passed out to demonstrators in Algiers. (Thanks to Amber French for help in the translation.)

A military coup ousted former President Omar al-Bashir last week.

An overview of the current political situation in 55 African countries shows that many movements are making gains in the struggle against authoritarianism.

In Sudan even the privileged are not much better off than blue collar workers because only despot Omar al-Bashir and his inner circle of loyalists have any power.

Nigeria will hold a presidential election on Feb. 16, 2019, and all eyes are on this election as a test to prove the strength of Nigeria’s democratic norms, values and unity. This year, there are five main candidates in the race out of 73 total presidential candidates. Two major contenders include the incumbent President Muhammadu Buhari (All Progressive Congress) and the opposition ...

Peacebuilding activities in refugee communities could be increased, especially those focused on communal relations. Refugee settlements should be transformed into areas where relations between various communities thrive, rather than perpetuate divisions.