ASG Senior Advisor Johnnie Carson speaks about the outlook for democracy across  Africa – including ahead of pivotal elections in Nigeria, Kenya, and Angola – and weighs the implications for businesses and investors. "Democracy in Africa is fragile," he says, "but not dead." 

Ambassador Carson served as U.S. ambassador to Kenya, Uganda, and Zimbabwe and as Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs during a decorated career at the U.S. State Department.

ASG's Reality Check videos provide succinct analysis of geopolitical events and trends to help make decisions in today's complex international landscape.