Tanzania’s upcoming general elections could “become a procedural affair devoid of legitimacy,” Amnesty International has cautioned, raising alarms over what it describes as a deepening climate of fear and political repression under President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s administration. In a briefing released ahead of the October 29 polls, the global human…
Political tension is rising in Ivory Coast just days before Saturday’s presidential election, following the fatal shooting of a gendarme on patrol in the country’s south. Authorities have not yet identified the attackers, but the incident occurred in a region known as an opposition stronghold, which has seen a wave…
Antananarivo, Madagascar Colonel Michael Randrianirina, the army officer who led a recent coup in Madagascar, was sworn in as President on Friday amid fanfare, cheers, and raised swords, days after assuming control of the island nation. His rise follows a wave of youth-driven protests that toppled former leader Andry Rajoelina,…
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has announced plans to lobby the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) National Delegates Convention (NDC) to formally elect Siaya Senator Dr. Oburu Oginga as the official successor to the late party leader Raila Amolo Odinga. Speaking during a press briefing at Opoda Farm in Siaya County…
A section of Siaya Members of County Assembly (MCAs) has urged leaders from the Luo community to engage in constructive dialogue and reach a consensus on who should take up the mantle of leadership within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) following the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Their…
Madagascar is entering a new political chapter following a military coup that ousted President Andry Rajoelina. According to sources familiar with the situation, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, the leader of the takeover, is expected to be sworn in as president in the coming days. Rajoelina was impeached by lawmakers on Tuesday,…
The late Raila Odinga, Kenya’s veteran opposition leader and one of Africa’s most enduring political figures, will be remembered for his signature style of politics — the “handshake.” Through these strategic alliances, Odinga built bridges across rival camps, stabilised governments, and expanded his influence, even without ever occupying the presidency.…
Cameroon’s opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma has declared victory in the October 12 presidential election, calling on long-serving President Paul Biya to respect the will of the people and accept defeat. “Our victory is clear. It must be respected,” Tchiroma announced in a Facebook address from his hometown of Garoua, located…
The KANU National Youth Congress has publicly distanced itself from the reported political alliance between party chairman Gideon Moi and President William Ruto, leader of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Addressing the media on Tuesday at KANU headquarters in Nairobi, the youth faction—led by National Chairperson Shanice Matara—said they were…
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has accused the Nairobi County Government of embezzling at least Ksh39 billion through a fictitious garbage collection programme. Speaking during an interview on Monday, October 13, 2025, the outspoken MP claimed the funds were siphoned off through fake waste management projects and irregular…