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AfricaPolitics

Military ruler wins presidential election in Gabon

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In a significant political development, General Brice Oligui Nguema, who led the August 2023 military coup in Gabon, has been elected president with 90.35% of the vote, according to provisional results announced by the interior minister on April 13, 2025. The election, held on April 12, 2025, is the first since the coup that ousted President Ali Bongo Ondimba, ending over 50 years of Bongo…
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South Africa seeking to deepen ties with Russia

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South Africa has been actively seeking to deepen its diplomatic, economic, and strategic ties with Russia in recent years, a move that reflects broader geopolitical shifts and the country’s desire to assert a more independent foreign policy. This growing relationship is rooted in shared interests within the BRICS alliance—comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—as well…
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AfricaPoliticsWar

Sudan war to enter third year as RSF assaults in Darfur intensify

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As of April 2025, Sudan’s civil war has entered its third year, with the Darfur region experiencing escalating violence and humanitarian crises. The conflict, which began in April 2023, pits the Sudanese military, led by General Abdel-Fattah al-Burhan, against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), commanded by Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo. While the military has recently regained control of…
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Algeria expels 12 French diplomats

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On April 14, 2025, Algeria expelled 12 French diplomats, demanding their departure within 48 hours. This action intensified existing tensions between the two nations, rooted in recent events and historical grievances.​ Background of the Dispute The immediate catalyst for the expulsion was the arrest of three Algerian nationals in France, including an Algerian consular official. They are…
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Zimbabwe compensates white farmers

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​In a significant development, Zimbabwe has initiated compensation payments to white farmers whose land was seized during the controversial land reform program initiated by former President Robert Mugabe in the early 2000s. This marks a pivotal step in addressing one of the most contentious legacies of Zimbabwe’s post-independence history.​ The government has begun disbursing $3.1…
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Niger drops French as official language

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In recent years, Niger has undertaken significant measures to reduce its historical ties with France, reflecting a broader shift toward asserting its sovereignty and cultural identity. A notable development in this process is the country’s withdrawal from the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF), an international body representing French-speaking nations. On March 7, 2025…
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Africa sees drop in maternal and newborn deaths

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Over the past two decades, Africa has seen a significant decline in maternal and newborn deaths, reflecting the continent’s growing investment in healthcare infrastructure and maternal care programs. According to recent data from the World Health Organization (WHO), maternal mortality in Africa decreased by approximately 33% between 2000 and 2020, with the number of maternal deaths dropping from…
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