An Open Letter to President Paul Biya of Cameroon
An Open Letter to President Paul Biya of Cameroon By Joshua Maponga, African Philosopher, Writer, and Political Activist Your Excellency President Paul Biya, For over four decades, you have presided over the nation of Cameroon. With an iron grip, you have positioned yourself not merely as a president, but as a king—a ruler unyielding in…
Can the ANC Bounce Back? Overcoming Corruption, Division, and Doubt.
Bafana Phalane The African National Congress (ANC), South Africa’s once-dominant political force, finds itself at a critical juncture following its historic loss of the majority in recent elections. Faced with growing internal divisions, public dissatisfaction, and external criticism, the party has had to adapt to a new political reality. Yet, true to its history, the…
US REVERSES COURSE ON SYRIA: From ‘Terrorists’ to Partners?
The US has confirmed direct contact with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a Syrian opposition group previously designated as a terrorist organization. This development comes as the Biden administration seeks to play a pivotal role in shaping Syria’s future. In a recent news conference in Jordan, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced the direct communication…