Cameroonians Sunday poll is widely expected to extend the 36-year rule of President Paul Biya and confirm him as one of Africa’s last multi-decade leaders.
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What to Look For in Sunday’s Presidential Election in Cameroon
Cameroon’s presidential election Sunday will pit incumbent Paul Biya, in power since 1982, against eight challengers amid a boycott expected in the separatist-leaning and conflict-stricken Anglophone Regions.
Somali Ex-Shabab Militant Leader Running For Political Office
The former No. 2 leader of Somalia-based militant group al-Shabab wants to become president of the country’s South West regional state.
When Violence Flares, Ethiopia Continues To Turn Off Internet
The government of Ethiopia turned off the internet as protesters took to the streets while dozens of people died in ethnic clashes last month in the capital.
How Young Ugandans Are Leading the Battle For Democracy
Protests have rocked Uganda since last year, when the government amended the constitution to abolish presidential age limits for President Yoweri Museveni.
State Repression in Sudan Continues, Especially Against Women
Large number of reports of restrictions of fundamental freedoms, including freedom of expression, assembly, the press and freedom of religion.
Rights Violations Threaten Credibility of DRC Elections
Restrictions to civil and political rights in the Congo are calling into question the credibility of upcoming presidential elections.
South Sudanese Women Want Political Quota Respected
South Sudanese women want political quota of 35 percent of executive appointments to women respected as agreed to in the recently revitalized peace deal.
Central African Republic Peace Impossible Without Justice For Victims
UN human rights expert warns true peace in CAR won’t be possible without justice for the hundreds of thousands of victims of human right abuse and violence.
Angolan President, One Year In, Praised For Anti-Corruption Push
Angola’s government says President Joao Lourenco has accomplished more to stop corruption than any previous Angolan administration in just one year.