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 ======Governance Under Pressure======
 =====Summary=====
+Escalating geopolitical instability amidst the formation of a multipolar world, coupled with the potential absence of a discernible global leader, instills heightened apprehension. Nations grapple with hesitancy to align with any one power, opting instead for a cautious stance and the pursuit of greater autonomy. Consequently, this paradigm shift contributes to the emergence of a multipolar world order, contrasting the previously established bipolar framework.
+Simultaneously, countries face a multitude of internal challenges, marked by political fragmentation, eroding legitimacy, surging nationalism, and prevailing public mistrust. The encroachment of subnational governing bodies, private organizations, and non-state actors on the authority and powers once exclusive to national governments adds to the complexity of these transformations. Amidst these intricate dynamics, the prevailing discourse underscores the mounting pressure on governance structures to adapt and align with the complexities of an ever-evolving world.
+Within this context, a distinct sentiment of disappointment emerges, reflecting a perceived sense of missed opportunities or regression. Governance, in particular, struggles to keep pace with the rapid advancements witnessed in various realms, notably technology. Rather than embracing progress, governance is perceived as trapped in outdated practices and approaches, entangled in inertia or stagnation, hindering meaningful advancements.
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 ====African Futures 2050: The Next Forty Years====
-[[library:african_futures_2050_the_next_forty_years|AFRICAN FUTURES 2050: THE NEXT FORTY YEARS]] by
+[[library:african_futures_2050_the_next_forty_years|AFRICAN FUTURES 2050: THE NEXT FORTY YEARS]] by [[encyclopedia:foresight_for_development|Foresight for Development]] is a platform dedicated to exploring the future of Africa and envisioning potential scenarios for the continent's development over the next four decades. Split into sections of key elements of development, the sociopolitical elements look at things like democratization and 'the rule of law and corruption'.
 ====African Digital Futures====
-[[library:african_digital_futures|African Digital Futures]] by
+[[library:african_digital_futures|African Digital Futures]] by [[encyclopedia:ngfp_african_digital_futures|NGFP African Digital Futures]] provides a platform for exploring and discussing the future of Africa, with a particular focus on the continent's economic, social, and technological development. It offers various resources, including articles, reports, and interactive tools, to engage in conversations and envision potential scenarios for the future of Africa. One of the stories looks at the relationship between data and good governance.