Pro-democracy protests have erupted in Eswatini, months after authorities used tear gas to put down a previous round of rallies.
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Cornered by African youth, Macron intends to repair FrancAfrique
Faced with harsh criticism, Macron vowed open examination of colonial past. “We must accept and shoulder this obligation,” he stated.
Murder Trial of African icon Thomas Sankara begins
A trial on the assassination of Burkina Faso’s president Thomas Sankara began Monday more than three decades after he was killed.
Thwarted Coup Signals Dangerous Times For Sudan’s Transition
The recent coup attempt in Sudan, according to civil leaders, is simply another illustration of the urgent need for security-sector reform.
Guinea Coup Was Setback For Democracy In Africa
Africa has been afflicted by unconstitutional change of government. Guinea’s coup was another reminder of unrest in West Africa.
Zimbabwe to Outlaw Private Voluntary Organizations ‘Dabbling’ in Politics
Zimbabwe is working on legislation that would make it illegal for PVOs to support or campaign for politicians in any election in the country.
Tunisians Protest Against President’s Perceived Power Grab
Tunisians took to the streets Sunday to protest what the perceive is an overt attempt by President Kais Saied to grab all state power.
Tunisian Democracy Now in the Hands of Its Solemn President
Tunisia’s President Kais Saied has made no clear statements about the country’s future two months after assuming full executive control.
West African Regional Bloc Suspends Guinea Over Coup
Guinea’s membership in the West African group ECOWAS has been revoked following a military coup that deposed President Alpha Conde.
2 Eswatini MPs charged with terrorism Over Pro-democracy Protests
Two members of the Eswatini’s Parliament remain behind bars, while another is on the run for joining the recent pro-democracy protests.