Ramaphosa’s long to-do list
President Ramaphosa is looking at a critical period as his administration wrestles with the economic and social ramifications of the pandemic and eroding trust in the ruling ANC. Mushtak Parker reports.
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Ethiopia’s elections paper over the cracks in democracy
Ethiopia’s parliamentary elections are now scheduled for 21 June, but no matter who wins, fundamental issues that hold Ethiopia back will remain unresolved, writes James Jeffrey.
Ethiopia’s Abiy must make peace at any cost
The situation in Ethiopia, with elections postponed again and a war waging in the Tigray region, is a tragedy not only for Ethiopia but all of Africa, says New African editor Anver Versi.
Will loyalty factor decide elections?
On Wednesday May 8, South Africa goes to the polls to elect members of parliament and other state officials. The polls this time around have …
Return of Baba ‘Go Slow’
Buhari has returned to his old script and says he will fulfil the pledges he made during his first term.
Sall re-election points to strong economic growth
Sall’s re-election victory is believed to reflect general confidence in his first administration. What are his priorities now?