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Understanding Sub-Saharan African Politics: History, Challenges, and Opportunities
Historical Foundations and the Legacy of Colonialism Sub-Saharan Africa, home to over a billion people across 46 countries, represents...
David Petersen
May 35 min read
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Mali as an independent state
The current day Mali is a former colony of France as the French Sudan (Soudan Francais). This was itself part of a larger group called,...
David Petersen
May 26 min read
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The Sahel: Escalation of crisis
Introduction The Sahel, a vast region stretching across the width of Africa from Senegal in the west to Sudan in the east, has become...
David Petersen
Jul 20, 20246 min read
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How the French elections work - Briefly
French elections, particularly for the presidency and the legislature, operate within a semi-presidential system. Here's an overview of...
David Petersen
Jul 8, 20242 min read
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Who had the largest empires / Is the USA an empire?
Throughout history, several countries have established vast empires that spanned multiple continents. Here are some of the largest...
David Petersen
Jul 5, 20243 min read
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Is there peace in Africa?
Peace in Africa: A Complex and Evolving Landscape The question of whether there is peace in Africa does not have a straightforward...
David Petersen
Jul 5, 20243 min read
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What was the scramble for Africa?
The "Scramble for Africa" was a period of intense and rapid colonization of the African continent by European powers between the late...
David Petersen
Jul 5, 20243 min read
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Where is the British military involved?
British soldiers are actively deployed in various countries worldwide, participating in numerous missions that range from peacekeeping...
David Petersen
Jul 4, 20243 min read
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How did Israel and Palestine come to exist?
By David Petersen The formation of Israel and Palestine is a complex and deeply intertwined story of colonialism, nationalism, conflict,...
David Petersen
Jun 2, 20243 min read
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