and has managed to maintain stability in the country
the successful transition of power in countries like Ghana and Nigeria through democratic elections
the increasing involvement of women in politics, with countries like Rwanda having one of the highest proportions of female representation in parliament
progress towards regional integration and cooperation through organizations such as the African Union and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
the successful implementation of peace agreements and reconciliation processes in countries like Sierra Leone and Liberia after years of civil war