CDDRL scholar examines leadership turnover in Africa

paul kagame 2009 world economic forum on africa 3 cropped President Paul Kagame of Rwanda at the World Economic Forum in 2009.

Citing recent attempts to amend presidential term limits in Burkina Faso, CDDRL pre-doctoral fellow Ken Opalo provides insights on why leadership turnover is essential for democratic growth and political stability in Africa. Published in The Washington Post, Opalo underscores the rising challenge Africa faces as leaders seek out new and creative methods to stay in power.