Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have resumed formal talks with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), nearly two years after leaving the regional bloc. The two sides have agreed to establish joint working groups to develop a framework for future cooperation. The agreement followed a ministerial meeting in Dakar, Senegal, on Saturday, October … Read more
Morocco has appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as its first woman to head the government, making her one of the most prominent female political figures in the Arab world. King Mohammed VI appointed El Mansouri on September 29, 2026, after her Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) emerged with the most seats in Morocco’s September 23 … Read more
What happens when a former president dies abroad, and both family and state want control? Edgar Lungu’s legacy is now on trial.
Primate Elijah Ayodele, leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has issued a series of new prophetic warnings directed at the presidents of South Africa, Cameroon, Botswana, Zambia, Eswatini, South Sudan, and Sudan. Speaking through his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Ayodele predicted political instability, supernatural attacks, corruption, and unrest in several African nations, urging leaders … Read more
Cameroon’s 92-year-old President, Paul Biya, has officially declared his intention to seek an unprecedented eighth term in the country’s upcoming presidential election scheduled for October 12, 2025. The announcement was made via his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, where he pledged to continue addressing the “serious challenges” facing the nation. Biya, who has ruled Cameroon … Read more
The legacies of four Nigerian politicians who met tragic ends continue to shape the political landscape of the country. From Shehu Kangiwa to Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, their contributions and untimely deaths left a lasting impact on their respective states and the nation as a whole. Here is the narrative of four state governors who met their … Read more
The underrepresentation of women in politics in Africa, as in many other parts of the world, is a complex issue with multiple factors contributing to it. Some key reasons for the low participation of women in politics in Africa include: 1. Cultural and societal norms: Many African societies have deeply ingrained patriarchal norms and traditional … Read more
Youth in Africa face several struggles when it comes to engaging in politics. Here are some key reasons why youths are struggling in African politics: 1. Limited representation and voice: Young people often lack adequate representation and opportunities to voice their concerns and ideas within political systems. Traditional power structures and established political elites may … Read more