Politics

By John Ikani Malians have given their approval to changes in the constitution, marking a significant step towards the military rulers' promise of returning the nation to civilian rule and conducting elections. According to the country's...

By Olusegun Adeniyi Sierra Leoneans go to the polls today to elect their president, members of parliament and council officials. But most attention is on the presidential election that pitches the incumbent President Julius Maada Bio...

By John Ikani Zimbabwe's electoral body has granted approval to 11 individuals to participate in the upcoming presidential elections in August. This decision comes amid protestations by numerous politicians regarding the steep application fees imposed by...

By John Ikani Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has arrived in Freetown, Sierra Leone, where he will lead the West Africa Elders Forum (WAEF) in ensuring a peaceful and credible election this weekend. WAEF, comprised of...

By John Ikani Madagascar's President, Andry Rajoelina, has faced backlash following revelations that he holds dual French nationality, raising concerns as the law stipulates that acquiring foreign citizenship results in the loss of Malagasy nationality. Critics...

By John Ikani President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has made a passionate plea for a peaceful election following a tense campaign. The incumbent president, who is seeking re-election, concluded his final rally at Freetown's...