Kais Saied leads Tunisia’s election with an overwhelming majority, amid low turnout and criticism from opponents over disqualified candidates
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Thousands of people across the globe protested against the Gaza conflict, demanding an end to the violence and condemning the spread of hostilities into the wider region
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State of Nigeria’s Development and Economy: President Tinubu’s 64th Independence Day Address
President Tinubu’s 64th Independence Day speech outlines ambitious economic reforms, security improvements, and youth-focused initiatives. However, challenges like inflation and unemployment remain significant obstacles.
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Tanzania’s opposition demands telecom company Tigo explain accusations of sharing data that led to tracking opposition leader Tundu Lissu before an assassination attempt
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Tunisians rally against President Kais Saied, accusing him of restricting democracy ahead of the upcoming election. Many fear his grip on power is tightening
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Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s president’s son, has pulled out of the 2026 presidential race, urging his supporters to back his father, President Yoweri Museveni.
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Egypt is moving forward with plans to sell a majority stake in United Bank by March 2024, attracting foreign investors in a bid to stabilize its economy.
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Comoros President Azali Assoumani is recovering after a knife attack during a funeral. The attacker, a policeman, was later found dead in his cell, prompting further investigations
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Election violence continues to threaten democratic elections in Africa. Countries like Nigeria and Kenya have experienced significant unrest, highlighting the persistent challenges to fair and peaceful elections across the continent.
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President Tebboune wins re-election in Algeria with 95% of the vote, but opposition claims voting irregularities amid low voter turnout