Policy

Ghana presidential election: the disappearance of Akua Donkor, voice of the left behind

Akua Donkor, a leading figure in the Ghana Freedom Party, has died in the midst of her presidential race. Her death is a blow to Ghanaian politics and the rural voters she so ardently defended.

Botswana Elections: Tense Poll With BDP's Future at Stake

Botswana's elections are taking place in a tense climate as the BDP, in power for decades, faces an increasingly united opposition determined to change the political landscape.

Abiy Ahmed in Malaysia: Ethiopia looks to Asia to boost economic ambitions

On a visit to Malaysia, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is committing Ethiopia to an ambitious economic diversification strategy, exploring new partnerships with Asia. Between green cooperation...

Mali: Uncertainty Grows Around Political Figures Detained Since June

Eleven Malian political figures, detained since June 2024, are awaiting trial while uncertainty and repression worry civil society.

DRC: Félix Tshisekedi, a constitutional revision that sows debate

Félix Tshisekedi announces a revision of the Constitution during a speech in Kisangani. This project, planned for 2025, aims to modernize the fundamental law of the DRC, raising both hopes and crit...

Gabon: a new constitution, a step towards democracy or authoritarianism?

Gabon is set to vote on a new constitution, but questions remain about the real will for democratization. Are the people trapped in a false transition?

Kenya: Ousted VP Gachagua accuses assassination attempts, fiercely criticizes Ruto

Former Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accuses William Ruto of being behind attempts on his life following his impeachment.

Macron in Morocco: seduction operation or simple diplomatic warming-up?

Emmanuel Macron is traveling to Morocco to try to repair three years of diplomatic tensions with the Cherifian kingdom. But this trip, far from being a simple courtesy visit, could well prove more...

Regional tensions: Iranian foreign minister in talks with Egyptian officials

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi meets with Egyptian officials to discuss regional tensions, particularly around Gaza and Lebanon.

Assimi Goïta, leader of the Malian junta, rises to the highest military rank

Assimi Goïta, leader of the Malian junta, proclaims himself general, consolidating his grip on military power. Hopes for a democratic transition are fading.