Power Struggle in Senegal: Pastef Party Withdraws from New Government
Senegal faces deepening political uncertainty as the Pastef party announces it will not participate in President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s newly appointed government.
African Politics
Senegal’s Political Crisis Deepens as Pastef Party Withdraws from Government
Senegal faces growing political instability after Ousmane Sonko’s Pastef party announced it would not participate in President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s new cabinet.
Ethiopia Prepares for Pivotal General Election on June 1
Ethiopia is set for its 7th general election on June 1, 2026, with a record 50.5 million voters registered amid hopes for engagement and concerns over regional stability.
South Africa’s Parliament Names Committee to Probe President Ramaphosa
South Africa’s Parliament has appointed a 31-member committee to investigate President Cyril Ramaphosa’s potential impeachment over the Phala Phala scandal following a court ruling.
Uganda Enacts “Protection of Sovereignty” Law to Limit Foreign Influence
President Yoweri Museveni signs a new law to curb foreign influence in Uganda, balancing national sovereignty with economic stability.
President Yoweri Museveni Sworn In for Seventh Term as Uganda’s Leader
President Yoweri Museveni has been sworn in for his seventh term as Uganda’s leader, emphasizing stability and infrastructure growth in his inaugural address.
Madagascar Outlines Path to Democracy: Referendum and Elections Set for 2027
Madagascar’s electoral commission has announced a provisional timeline for a June 2027 referendum and an October 2027 presidential election to conclude the country’s transition period.
South Sudan’s Kiir Shuffles Top Cabinet, Security Posts
President Salva Kiir dismisses his foreign and trade ministers in a significant government reshuffle, amid a series of recent administrative changes.
South Sudan Eyes Historic December Vote Amidst Challenges
South Sudan prepares for its first post-independence elections this December, but political instability, funding shortfalls, and unresolved peace deal issues cast uncertainty over the historic vote.
Xi Jinping Congratulates Congo’s Sassou Nguesso on Re-Election
Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulates Denis Sassou Nguesso on re-election as Congo’s president, reaffirming bilateral ties and development cooperation.
Congo Republic’s Sassou Nguesso Secures Fifth Term with Landslide Victory
Congo Republic’s President Denis Sassou Nguesso wins fifth term with 94.82% of votes, extending his 42-year leadership amid high voter turnout and regional scrutiny.
Museveni Secures Sixth Term in Uganda’s Presidential Election
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni wins sixth term with 71.6% of votes, as election commission reports peaceful polling under tight security.
Guinea Holds Pivotal Presidential Election Amid Transition to Civilian Rule
Guinea’s transitional leader Mamady Doumbouya emerges as frontrunner in presidential election marking return to civilian governance after 2021 coup.
Malawi Plane Crash Claims Vice President Saulos Chilima and Nine Others
Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera announced that Vice President Saulos Chilima and nine others perished in a plane crash. The tragic incident occurred in a remote forested area with no survivors.