Theme
How rules, organisations and incentives shape what public bodies can and cannot do.
Essay · 25 February 2026 · Development & Reform
Across governments, good ideas die not for lack of courage but for lack of wiring between Leaders, Institutions, and the Public. A simple triangle can show where reforms will break.
By Rex Rim-Rukeh · 10 min read
The Big Ideas Platform exists to surface, connect, and activate transformative ideas shaping Africa’s future. By convening exceptional thinkers, practitioners, policymakers, and citizens, the platform advances bold solutions designed to strengthen governance, unlock inclusive development, and contribute to a renewed African renaissance.
By School of Politics, Policy and Governance (SPPG)
A developing space for surfacing recurring governance themes and emerging public priorities.