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Kenya: Raila quits politics to pursue AU position

Kenya’s political landscape is once again experiencing a seismic shift as veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga makes a strategic move to step back from...

Ivory Coast: Opposition unites to demand electoral reforms

In a significant development in Ivory Coast’s political landscape, opposition parties have come together in a rare display of unity to demand crucial electoral...

South Africa: Renowned leftist politician joins MK party

In a significant political move that has reverberated across South Africa, esteemed leftist politician Floyd Shivambu, formerly the deputy leader of the South African...

Kagame sworn in for fourth term as Rwanda’s president

Paul Kagame, the long-standing leader of Rwanda, was officially sworn in for his fourth term as president after securing a remarkable 99% of the...

Somalia and Ethiopia set to resume port deal talks

In a bid to mend strained relations and pave the way for a mutually beneficial agreement, Somalia and Ethiopia are gearing up to recommence...

Somalia implements universal suffrage into its electoral system

In a groundbreaking move, Somalia has taken a significant step towards democratization by implementing universal suffrage into its electoral system. The cabinet's approval of a...

Tunisia: Prime minister Ahmed Hachani sacked and replaced

Tunisian President Kais Saied has made an unexpected move by sacking Prime Minister Ahmed Hachani without any explanation and replaced. This abrupt decision, announced through...

Mali cuts diplomatic ties with Ukraine over Wagner attack controversy

In a surprising turn of events, Mali has decided to cut off diplomatic relations with Ukraine following a controversial incident involving a major defeat...

How Kenya’s political upheavals have steered

As  much as Kenya is perceived as anchored, robust and embracing the ‘laissez-faire’ policy,  its parity is every once in a while riddled by...

Kenya: Martha Karua announces split from Raila’s Azimio coalition

The political landscape in Kenya has witnessed a seismic shift as Martha Karua, the deputy presidential candidate in the 2022 elections, officially declared the...