Politics

African leaders are gathering in Ethiopia this weekend to push for reparations over slavery and colonialism, but they are likely to face strong opposition from former colonial rulers, many of whom have made it clear they...

As Cameroon’s President Paul Biya turns 92 on Thursday, he remains the world’s longest-serving head of state, having held power for over 40 years. His future, however, remains uncertain as he stays tight-lipped on whether he...

Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel and Josephine Joseph Lagu have officially been sworn in as South Sudan’s newest vice presidents. Their inauguration took place less than two days after President Salva Kiir announced their appointments on Monday...

By Enyichukwu Enemanna Nearly three months after his detention, Ugandan opposition politician Kizza Besigye has begun a hunger strike as he still awaits trial in connection with the alleged illegal possession of a firearm. Besigye, 68,...

Sudan’s military leader has announced plans to establish a transitional government in the near future, as the army continues to gain ground against paramilitary forces in both the capital and central parts of the country. During...

By Enyichukwu Enemanna UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, has announced the dismissal of Health Minister Andrew Gwynne after a newspaper revealed that he had sent a series of offensive and abusive WhatsApp messages, insulting constituents,...