Tag: Governance
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Senate to Tackle Ethics Complaints Next Month
Senate Ethics Complaints to be Tackled Next Month The Philippine Senate has announced that ethics complaints filed against several senators last year will be placed on the agenda for a formal review by the Senate committee on ethics. The committee, chaired by Sen. JV Ejercito, confirmed that despite delays in scheduling, a series of hearings…
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Policy institutions must be held to efficiency standards even as they pursue development goals
Rethinking accountability for policy institutions Bright Simons, Honorary Vice President of IMANI-Africa, has urged policymakers to subject development-oriented institutions to robust efficiency checks. The core argument is simple: institutions tasked with driving national progress must demonstrate the value they promise, even when they operate under ambitious mandates. In practice, this means adopting clear performance metrics,…
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Raising the Bar: Why Policy Institutions Must Meet Efficiency Standards While Pursuing Development
Introduction: Balancing Mandate with Accountability Policy institutions are created to steer nations toward growth, stability, and inclusive development. Yet the very logic of governance demands something more than good intentions: demonstrable results. Bright Simons, Honorary Vice President of IMANI-Africa, recently argued for stronger scrutiny of the cost and efficiency of government institutions. His message is…
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The Perils of Settling Space: Navigating Risks in a New Frontier
Introduction: The Double-Edged Promise of Space Settlement The idea of establishing communities beyond Earth has long captured the imagination of scientists, writers, and dreamers. In discussions like those from Kelly and Zach Weinersmith with host Jenni Doering, the promise of a self-sufficient city on Mars or a lunar outpost often comes paired with a sobering…
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The Perils of Settling Space (Cont’d): A Podcast Analysis
The Perils of Settling Space: A Continuation The Week of January 2, 2026, brings another discussion on a topic that feels almost inevitable: what happens when humanity starts living beyond Earth? In a continuation of the conversation sparked by the book A City on Mars, authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith sit down with host Jenni…
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MDF Reiterates Commitment to Sustainable Development in Mining Communities for 2026
New Year, Renewed Focus: MDF’s 2026 Sustainable Development Agenda The Minerals Development Fund (MDF) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to driving sustainable development in mining communities as 2026 unfolds. Established under Act 912, the fund was created to ensure that the benefits of mining activities extend beyond profits, promoting social, economic, and environmental improvements where…
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Rivers: No Second Chance for Fubara
Wike’s Remark: A Firm Stand on Leadership In a pointed political statement, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, asserted that there would be no second chance for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Wike framed the issue as one of accountability and effective governance, arguing that leadership in Rivers must demonstrate tangible results and…
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Semafor’s 2026 Predictions for US-Africa Relations
What changed in 2025? Semafor’s mid-2020s analysis began with a watershed year for US-Africa relations. The Trump-era reconfiguration of Washington’s posture—marked by reshaped aid, tariff tensions, and bold diplomatic moves—pushed Africa to recalibrate its partnerships. In 2025, Usaid’s shuttering, tariff upheavals, and high-profile clashes with South Africa and Nigeria signaled a pivot toward greater strategic…
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Senior Al-Shabab Leader Killed in Somalia Strike, $5M Bounty
Overview Somalia’s federal government announced that a planned airstrike on December 10 targeted the town of Jilib in the Middle Juba region, resulting in the death of a senior Al-Shabab leader who reportedly carried a $5 million U.S. bounty on his head. The claim, provided by government officials, underscores ongoing efforts to disrupt the militant…
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Malaysia in 2026: A Tense Turn as Muhyiddin Resigns and Najib Faces Jail Term
Overview: A Year Begins with Uncertainty The new year in Malaysia opens against a backdrop of political upheaval. Muhyiddin Yassin’s resignation and the court-ordered jail term for Najib Razak have instantly reconfigured the national political chessboard. As both the unity government and the opposition reassess strategies, Malaysians watch closely for signals about governance, stability, and…