Africans have consistently shown strong desire for democratic and accountable governance, but are not satisfied with the quality of democracy in their countries, says Afrobarometer.

The African Union (AU) Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC) has called for partnership among key stakeholders to address insecurity, poverty, illiteracy and other development challenges undermining the regional economy.

Africa needs a major mindset change so it can tear down the physical and mental borders imposed during colonial times so citizens can embrace each other for the betterment of the continent, participants at the ongoing meeting of the Intergovernmental Committee of Experts (ICE) for some African regions have said. Citing the session titled; Beyond…