Politics

KEY POINTS Benin parliamentary elections follow a foiled December coup attempt. Ruling coalition is expected to widen its legislative majority. Benin parliamentary elections shape April presidential transition. Benin goes to …

KEY POINTS Ramaphosa built wealth during South Africa’s early empowerment era through strategic business partnerships Shanduka Group anchored investments across mining, finance, retail and energy His return to politics triggered …

Samia Hassan wins Tanzania’s disputed election with 98 percent of votes as protests grow and opposition reports violence.

KEY POINTS EU mission urges judicial and constitutional reforms in Nigeria. INEC warns delays in amendments could disrupt 2027 elections. Civil groups demand stronger INEC autonomy and transparency. The European …

KEY POINTS Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger quit ICC jurisdiction. Rights groups say armed forces face war crimes claims. Sahel leaders shift closer to Russia, spurning the West. Mali, Burkina …

South Africa pushes for AGOA renewal as Patel meets US officials, stressing certainty for exporters, farmers, and manufacturers.

KEY POINTS Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers credited with restoring democracy. Local polls in 23 LGAs praised as peaceful and credible. RSIEC report on elections to guide government white paper. …

KEY POINTS Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan will resume her Senate seat this month. Her six-month suspension officially expired last Saturday. Lawyer says Senate leadership is prepared to receive her. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan …

Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi launches presidential bid for 2027, aiming to turn youth protests into political change despite hurdles

Tanzania president cleared to run in October election while rivals are barred, sparking concerns over fairness and political competition.