Nearly one year after South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU) was formed, many citizens and political observers are asking the same question: has this historic political partnership achieved its …
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The United States Ambassador to Ethiopia, Ervin Massinga, has softened his tone over recent criticisms of the Ethiopian government, calling instead for a political solution to the country’s ongoing internal …
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Fake News Threatens Malawi’s Democracy Ahead of General Elections
As Malawi gears up for its general elections scheduled for September 16, the National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Trust, in partnership with Citizen Watch, has raised alarm over the …
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Nigerians Celebrate Democracy Day Amid Rising Protests and Rising Living Costs
Nigerians across the country marked Democracy Day on Thursday, June 12, 2025, reflecting on 26 years of uninterrupted civilian rule in the country. The day was a mixture of celebration …
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Tanzania Eyes 6% Economic Growth in 2025, Boosted by Reforms and Investment
Tanzania’s economy is projected to grow by approximately 6% in 2025, up from 5.4% in 2024, according to Finance Minister Mwigulu Nchemba and Central Bank Governor Emmanuel Tutuba. The optimistic …
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Build One South Africa (BOSA), the political party led by former Democratic Alliance (DA) leader Mmusi Maimane, has officially tabled its first piece of legislation – the Fair Pay Bill …
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Malawi Presidential Race: Thoko Banda Vows to Lead by September
LILONGWE — Independent presidential aspirant Thoko Banda has vowed to emerge as the frontrunner by September 1, just two weeks before Malawians go to the polls on September 16, 2025. …
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Rwanda Quits ECCAS, Citing DRC’s Influence and Dysfunction in Regional Bloc
Rwanda has officially withdrawn from the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), accusing the regional bloc of failing in its duties and allowing itself to be manipulated by the …
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Ghana’s Energy Levy Sparks Political Firestorm: Majority Defends, Minority Calls It Betrayal.
The introduction of the Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Bill, 2025 in Ghana’s Parliament has sparked strong political debate between the Majority and the Minority, with accusations of deception, betrayal, and …
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Rand Edges Up as South African Parliament Prepares Budget Vote.
The South African rand opened slightly stronger on Wednesday morning as anticipation built around a crucial parliamentary vote on key budget legislation that could shape investor confidence and influence local …