The Role of Gender in Conflict Management and Peacebuilding in Kenya: The case of Women’s Organisations
By Betty Too Conflict management is a process that involves identifying, addressing, and resolving conflicts in a constructive manner. The starting point in conflict management is the identification of sources of conflict (Rahim, 2002). Identification is then...
2000 and Black: The Towering Influence of Fela Kuti in the Rise of Afrobeat
By Tevin Nzei Shayo oh, nahShayo oh, igbo-oh It could be laughable a decade, or so ago, for one to imagine Afrobeat on the global scene. Think of the introductory punch in Burna Boy’s Last Last. But this predates the rise of Burna Boy to global stardom. The...
About The Continental Pot
The Continental Pot provides timely, data-driven insights on Africa to help stakeholders navigate the continent’s political, economic, and logistical complexities. We bridge information gaps with localized research and analysis, empowering audiences and challenging outdated perceptions with evidence-based knowledge.
Financing for Development in Africa and its Strategic Implications
By Continental Pot Afrika Speakers: Mr. Paul Corti Lakuma: Senior Research Fellow, EPRC, Makerere University FA Diana Muriuki: CEO, Institute of Certified Investments and Financial Analysts (ICIFA) Date: May 30, 2024 Overview: This report summarises insights from the...
Tracing Africa’s Strategic Agenda
By Continental Pot Afrika Speakers: Charles Sekwalor: Founder and CEO of Movemeback and The Continent Group Francis Ahovi: Strategic Security and Policy Analyst in Africa Date: April 18, 2024 Overview: The Continental Pot Afrika launch, held on April 18,...
Is War On the Decline?
By Movine Omondi From classical theorists like Carl von Clausewitz to modern thinkers such as Joshua Goldstein and Stephen Pinker, among others, war, as demonstrated by past and recent happenings in Ukraine and Palestine, continues to mesmerise mankind. Initially...
Programmes
The Continental Audit
The Continental Audit is a monthly Public Dialogue Series curated and hosted by The Continental Pot for a wholesome public experience. The Series fosters a candid reflection on Africa’s unique history, contemporary opportunities and challenges alike, and the Future Agenda. The series also offers an opportunity for in-depth and timely consideration of crosscutting issues by a diverse pool of experts for public information and engagement.
Explainers
Briefs
This section offers resources that provide concise information on The Continental Pot’s key subjects of focus. The pieces shall present nuanced updates on global and regional updates with impact on African Affairs including emerging issues, insights, news and current events, and analysis drawn from a diverse pool of experts.
Advisories
Entail internally generated updates and general announcements pertaining to our areas of focus including national, regional and continental policy changes, safety protocols and alerts, regulatory frameworks and compliance, travel, weather, health, and financial advisories among others.
Podcasts
Here, there will be recordings of thought-provoking conversations with experts from diverse fields and emerging trends as we amplify voices, dissect ideas, and unearth perspectives that shape multidimensional discourses on critical issues and experiences on the African continent.
Infographics
This includes dynamic data visualisations and insightful illustrations that distil key findings and trends in Africa. The section involves use of imagery and analytics to convey knowledge and spark meaningful conversations
Blogs & Op-eds
This is a vibrant repository of diverse viewpoints and informed analysis. Here, we delve into the latest trends, dissect pressing issues, and offer fresh perspectives on topics shaping our world.
Expert Spotlight
Movine Omondi
Founder – The Continental Pot
Assessing the Peace and Security Council’s Response to the Implications of Cyber Security to the Continental Peace and Security Landscape
By Johannes Hilling On July 27th, it was reported that a cyber-attack on Kenya’s eCitizen platform and M Pesa services was conducted, resulting in the disruption of the payment service as well as the processing of eVisas and other government services (Mwai &...
Linus Kawuondi
Co-Founder – The Continental Pot
Financing for Development in Africa and its Strategic Implications
By Continental Pot Afrika Speakers: Mr. Paul Corti Lakuma: Senior Research Fellow, EPRC, Makerere University FA Diana Muriuki: CEO, Institute of Certified Investments and Financial Analysts (ICIFA) Date: May 30, 2024 Overview: This report summarises insights from the...
Joyce Raichenah
Research Consultant
Federalism as an Alternative to Regulating Identity-based Conflicts in Africa
By Linus Kawuondi This article explores the potential of federalism as a tool for managing identity-based conflicts in Africa. While much attention has been given to federalism's role in legislative and administrative relations, its application in addressing ethnic...
Featured Publications
Tracing Africa’s Strategic Agenda
By Continental Pot Afrika Speakers: Charles Sekwalor: Founder and CEO of Movemeback and The Continent Group Francis Ahovi: Strategic Security and Policy Analyst in Africa Date: April 18, 2024 Overview: The Continental Pot Afrika launch, held on April 18,...
Digital Diplomacy as a Catalyst for Closing Africa’s Digital Divide: Strategies for Inclusive Development and Global Engagement
By Basil Malaki How can digital diplomacy buttress Africa’s global competitiveness? This article considers the growing importance of digital diplomacy in global politics. Africa’s place in global diplomacy will be predicated on the continent’s ability to provide...
Women and Leadership in Africa – Session Debrief
By Continental Pot Afrika Speakers: Mr. Modest Agramako: Peacebuilding Expert & Conflict Analyst Ms. Nadiah Omondi: Political Scientist & Writer Date: August 29, 2024 Overview: This debrief summarises key insights from the Continental Pot...