Why good governance has stalled in Africa
Terrorism, human trafficking, and corruption are creating a more dangerous continent, which in turn is preventing better governance, a new report by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation revealed.
Why good governance has stalled in Africa
The report shows two thirds of Africans live in a country where safety and rule of law has deteriorated over the past decade
Why good governance has stalled in Africa
Even among the top ten high scoring countries, six have witnessed a decline, with the continent's largest economic power, South Africa registering the largest drop since 2006.
Why good governance has stalled in Africa
Mo Ibrahim, the chair of the Mo Ibrahim foundation said in a statement: "safety and rule of law is the biggest issue facing the continent today."
Why good governance has stalled in Africa
Freedom of expression has also deteriorated with two thirds of countries, representing 67% of the African population, witnessing a decline.