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Militants in Northern Burkina Faso

Political Violence and Insecurity in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger: Understanding the Impact 

Catherine Galley, Research Analyst, Leadership & Governance Policy Lab July 23, 2022

Terrorism, political violence, and insecurity in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger has resulted in political instability. The increased possibility of violence and refugee movement across borders threatens neighboring countries. This report examines how terrorism, organised crime, migration, great power competition, and the need to ‘save face’ impacts European countries’ response to terrorism and political instability in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger.

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A cell tower capable of producing 5G [Credit: Cesar Gonzalez]

Can 5G Restart Innovation in Kenya’s Technology Cities?

Isaac Clemons, Research Associate, African Political Economy Policy Lab July 4, 2022

5G has tremendous potential for revolutionizing Kenya’s digital economy. One way that 5G could accomplish this is through modernizing tech cities. The Kenyan government has long envisioned creating cities that can attract big companies to create jobs locally. As 5G expands, there is renewed hope for tech cities. However, if the Kenyan government wants to maximize the power of 5G, it needs to focus on the local population, not tech cities.

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Ships in the Port of Kenya (Credit: Kenyan Ministry of East African Affairs)

A Path Towards Innovation: 5G and Technology Cities in Kenya

Isaac Clemons, Research Associate, African Political Economy Policy Lab July 4, 2022

Kenya has always looked towards technology as a means to develop. In the past, Kenya has embraced the idea of technology hubs. Today, it is embracing 5G. Kenya quickly adopted 5G technology when it became available, a decision that mirrors Kenya’s traditional affinity for technological innovations. This piece will address the following question: How will Kenya’s technology landscape change as these two forces combine?

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Militants in Northern Burkina Faso

Political Violence and Insecurity in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger: Understanding the Impact 

Catherine Galley, Research Analyst, Leadership & Governance Policy Lab July 23, 2022

Terrorism, political violence, and insecurity in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger has resulted in political instability. The increased possibility of violence and refugee movement across borders threatens neighboring countries. This report examines how terrorism, organised crime, migration, great power competition, and the need to ‘save face’ impacts European countries’ response to terrorism and political instability in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger.

Read More »
A cell tower capable of producing 5G [Credit: Cesar Gonzalez]

Can 5G Restart Innovation in Kenya’s Technology Cities?

Isaac Clemons, Research Associate, African Political Economy Policy Lab July 4, 2022

5G has tremendous potential for revolutionizing Kenya’s digital economy. One way that 5G could accomplish this is through modernizing tech cities. The Kenyan government has long envisioned creating cities that can attract big companies to create jobs locally. As 5G expands, there is renewed hope for tech cities. However, if the Kenyan government wants to maximize the power of 5G, it needs to focus on the local population, not tech cities.

Read More »
Ships in the Port of Kenya (Credit: Kenyan Ministry of East African Affairs)

A Path Towards Innovation: 5G and Technology Cities in Kenya

Isaac Clemons, Research Associate, African Political Economy Policy Lab July 4, 2022

Kenya has always looked towards technology as a means to develop. In the past, Kenya has embraced the idea of technology hubs. Today, it is embracing 5G. Kenya quickly adopted 5G technology when it became available, a decision that mirrors Kenya’s traditional affinity for technological innovations. This piece will address the following question: How will Kenya’s technology landscape change as these two forces combine?

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