Politics
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Tensions and rigging allegations as Mali awaits election second-round
The first round of Mali’s presidential elections were marred by widespread accusations of ballot-stuffing, vote-buying and corruption. Malians look set to vote again on ... -
Defections and deflections: Who now holds the balance of power in Nigeria?
Dozens of politicians, including the Senate President and three governors, have defected from the ruling party. There could be more to come. This week, ... -
Zimbabwe: Why Chamisa should change his mind about the boycott
The election is designed only to confer legitimacy on the pre-ordained victor. The opposition should refuse to play its part in this and shout ... -
Four reasons many Zimbabweans don’t trust their electoral commission
In both its actions and responses to legitimate concerns, ZEC has failed to inspire trust days ahead of the election. As Zimbabwe approaches general ... -
Biya to stand again as Cameroon falls apart – Insiders’ Newsletter [free ed.]
A quick peek behind the financial curtain of the Insiders’ Newsletter: We now have scores of paying subscribers supporting this project. We are still ... -
Isaias out of character: Why Eritreans are getting nervous
In barely the blink of an eye, Eritrea’s unpredictable president has completely reversed his rhetoric of the past two decades. In just a few ... -
Three predictions about Mali’s 2018 presidential election
It is hard to see how anything good, or different, will come from Mali’s election on 29 July. News from Mali just keeps getting ... -
Kenya: Only civil society can stop elites changing the constitution
Many fear that changes to constitution could see its progressive elements removed. Not for the first time in Kenyan history, politicians seem to be ... -
Cameroon crisis threatens wildlife as thousands flee to protected areas
Many displaced by the conflict are fleeing to biodiversity hotspots, clearing forests to build homes and hunting endangered animals for survival. This article was ... -
Ethiopia-Eritrea peace: Some unanswered questions
We are still running a limited offer of 30% for new subscribers this week! Check out the free section of the Insider’s Newsletter and then subscribe here to ...
