AU Commission Condemns Benin Coup Attempt, Orders Soldiers to Return to Barracks
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Yousouf, has strongly condemned the 7 December attempted coup in Benin, describing it as a grave […]
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Madagascar’s Military Council Seizes Power, Suspends Constitution Amid Political Turmoil
Madagascar’s military announced on Tuesday, October 14, that it has taken control of State power through a newly formed military Council comprising members of the […]
Niger’s Military Leader Sworn in as President for Five-Year Transitional Period
General Abdourahamane Tchiani, Niger’s military ruler, has been sworn in on March 26 as the country’s President for a transitional period of five years. Tchiani, […]
Togo: Senatorial elections postponed from February 2 to 15
Togo’s first senatorial elections, initially set for February 2, 2025, have been rescheduled to February 15 to allow political actors more time to prepare, per […]
Mondlane calls for removal of weapons from Mozambique’s flag and Constitutional reform
Venâncio Mondlane, a presidential candidate and leader of the most significant challenge to Mozambique’s electoral results since the country’s first democratic elections in 1994, has […]
Mozambique: Constitutional Council expects election results to be announced by December 23
The Mozambican Constitutional Council (CC) announced on November 25 that it is “working hard” to ensure “electoral truth” regarding the October general elections, with final […]
Angola: UNITA declares opposition to 2025 budget
On November 14, UNITA, Angola’s largest opposition party, announced its decision to oppose the proposed 2025 State Budget, arguing it neglects the needs of the […]
Gabon sets November 16 date for Referendum on new Constitution
The people of Gabon will vote in a crucial referendum on November 16 to decide on a new draft Constitution, a significant step toward restoring […]
Togo’s Longtime Leader Ratifies New Constitution, Scrapping Presidential Elections
As state Togo’s president has approved a revised constitution that eliminates presidential elections, according to his office on Monday night. This move, criticized by opponents, […]
Togo Constitution: Opposition Accuses Presidential ‘Power Grab’ in Proposed Changes
The proposed new constitution in Togo, criticized by the opposition as a power consolidation tactic, aims to extend President Faure Gnassingbé’s rule. Transitioning from a […]