Gambia
The Gambia's reform programme could prove elusive
Despite widespread public support, the government faces sizeable economic and security risks
GambiaIntervention in The Gambia may prove unique
A regional military force ensures President Adama Barrow can take office as his predecessor goes into exile
GambiaAfrican presidents will weigh costs of leaving office
Recent political events in DRC, Ghana and The Gambia raise questions about presidential decisions over leaving office
AfricaNew Gambian president will re-engage the West
Opposition candidate Adama Barrow wins surprise presidential election as incumbent Yahya Jammeh concedes defeat
GambiaProspects for West Africa in 2017
A number of states look to consolidate economic growth; others face democratic backsliding and terrorism threats
West AfricaProspects for Africa politics and security to end-2016
Several elections, festering conflicts and resurfacing insurrections shape the region's outlook
AfricaWest African private media ownership curbs are easing
The long history of military dictatorship in the region has resulted in state domination of the...
West AfricaThe spread of West African radical Islamism is limited
The recent rise of violent Islamist groups in Nigeria, northern Mali and Mauritania could raise...
West Africa
