Nigeria, March 12 -- The wars in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) stand among the deadliest conflicts in modern history. These conflicts are fueled by power struggles, exclusive governance, elite greed, ethnic tensions, weak governance, and competition over natural resources. The devastating consequences include mass casualties, widespread displacement, destruction of infrastructure, and severe humanitarian crises. As Africa grapples with these wars, one must ask: What is wrong with continental Africa?

Currently, 15 African countries are engulfed in conflict. In 2021 alone, 30 state-based conflicts were recorded, resulting in over 19,325 deaths. Africa's state-based conflicts exhibit higher recurrence rates than most ...