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Traore, with his lofty promises of a democratic future, now shamelessly brushes aside the very idea of elections. In a televised address, he bluntly asserted, "It's not a priority, I'll tell you that clearly, it's security that's the priority." The excuse? Burkina Faso's ongoing battle against jihadist violence, a problem he pledged to solve within "two to three months" when he grabbed power.

Burkina Faso’s Military Chief Snubs Democracy, Focuses on Self-Preservation

Burkina Faso's junta leader, Captain Ibrahim Traore, made it painfully clear that democracy isn't even on his radar. Almost a…

Governor Nyong'o expressed his gratitude for the appointment and pledged to do his best in advancing the goals and objectives of the UN as a member of the advisory group.

Kisumu Governor Becomes UN Advisor for Local Governments

Kenya's Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o has been appointed as a United Nations advisor for local and regional governments. The UN…

ESWATINI POLITICS PARLIAMENT OPPOSITION - Eswatini Holds Parliamentary Elections Amidst Political Challenges - Despite criticism of King Mswati's lavish lifestyle and poverty affecting nearly one-third of the population, the monarch remains entrenched in power. Criticizing the king can lead to imprisonment, and political challenges persist, as evidenced by the pro-democracy protests in 2021.
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Eswatini Holds Parliamentary Elections Amidst Political Challenges

Eswatini, the last absolute monarchy in Africa, is conducting parliamentary elections despite recent pro-democracy protests. The tightly controlled kingdom, with…

Eskom Power Plants Emit Excess Soot Raising Health Concerns

Eskom’s Soot Emissions Surge, Health and Legal Issues Loom

In a recent report from Reuters, it has been revealed that Eskom, South Africa's main electricity provider, is releasing too…

Eskom emphasized that load shedding will be necessary during the summer period, but lower levels are expected towards the end of the year and early 2024.

Eskom Provides Update on Power System and Summer Prospects

Eskom, the power company in South Africa, shared important information today about the state of the power system and what…

Prominent Anti Apartheid Activist Aziz Pahad Dies at 82

South African Anti-Apartheid Advocate Aziz Pahad Passes Away at 82

Aziz Pahad, a well-known advocate against apartheid in South Africa, has passed away in Johannesburg at the age of 82.…