2️⃣ Erosion of #democracy must be resisted before it weakens Africa’s future. 3️⃣ Attacks on #intellectualfreedom threaten innovation. Without independent #academia, Africa’s progress is at risk! 4️⃣A #PanAfrican, diaspora-inclusive approach is key to overcome systemic challenges.

When citizens celebrate on the streets, they are not celebrating a coup but expressing their disillusionment with the current political and democratic failures. #AfricaWeek

Higher education should not be detached from society. Movements like #FeesMustFall in South Africa and the Arab Spring prove that universities are central to political activism and transformation.

As part of the ongoing Africa Week at African Leadership Centre, I invite you to a keynote lecture on Africa in the Emerging New World Order with Professor Benedict Oramah, President of African Export-Import Bank - Afreximbank, on March 6 at Bush House, Strand Campus, London. #Africa2025 #KingsAfricaWeek #KCLAfrica2025

Keynote Lecture on "Africa in the Emerging New World Order" By Prof Benedict Oramah, the President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of African Export- Bank. Prof Funmi Olonisakin and Prof Eka Ikpe has welcomed the delegates and you can join the conversation on:

Our world is at a critical juncture, the global system that we used to know appears to be crumbling fast and in, in its wake new systems are emerging, each competing for dominance. #AfricaWeek

Africa must take charge of its financial systems and resources to ensure sustainable development and economic independence. African Export-Import Bank - Afreximbank

Dr Kayode Fayemi, in response to the Keynote Speech by African Export-Import Bank - Afreximbank President, notes that the push for de-dollarization among BRICS nations could accelerate Africa’s shift toward pan-African financial solutions. A multipolar world presents new opportunities for the continent.

The Convoy book launch with Beata Umubyeyi during KCL Africa Week. A powerful reflection on memory, survival, and storytelling from the Rwandan genocide. #AfricaWeek.

Then there was #EJ #EverjoiceJWin #EJWin feminist sister-comrade a force, a pillar, a life experience, an undeniable truth teller, exemplar of humanity, lover of pretty frocks, purple lipstick and not to forget hats! Long live your legacy beloved #EJ!

Ousi Phumi, reminding us of EJ's words "feminism is not for women but an ideal for society". Siyabonga, enkosi kakhulu sister-comrade! Everjoice Win Glanis Changachirere Nancy Kachingwe 🇵🇸 #StopTheGenocideinGaza 🇵🇸 Namatai Kwekweza🇿🇼

What a week it was! Thank you to everyone who attended both in person and online. Thank you for your lively participation and engagement in all the events. Asante sana!

Thanks British Council Insight Christine Wilson for great discussion! We must not relent in our pursuit of knowledge diplomacy, international mobility and collaborative leadership to solve “problems without passports” despite today’s uncertainties and vulnerabilities. King's Social Science & Public Policy King's Global Affairs

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I will be discussing my book, Globalised Resistance & the Bring Back Our Girls Movement: New Dimensions of Transnational Activism (Routledge Books, 2025), for the first time publicly tomorrow, generously hosted by my friends at the African Leadership Centre. Please sign up and share widely🙏🏾.

Join us for our inaugural SOAS ALD Annual Lecture, 19 June, 3-5pm as Prof. Eka Ikpe Eka Ikpe presents insights on 'Beyond Aid: Rethinking Power, Sovereignty, Law and Development in Africa'. SOAS Law SOAS Development Studies Afronomicslaw Ohio Omiunu ANCL-RADC African Leadership Centre Dr. Olivia Kokushubila Lwabukuna

Janjaweed 2.0 has graduated from their Toyota Hilux to armored vehicles. The modernization of Sudan's war isn't just in the air but across the battlefield. The UAE appears to be the one constant across land and air support to RSF.

NEW STATEMENT | Open the Gates to Save a Starving Gaza Gaza is tipping from mass starvation toward mass death. Israel must allow assistance in immediately. The strip needs both an end to Israel’s siege and a ceasefire, urgently. crisisgroup.org/middle-east-no…