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The Fragile Ballot: Navigating the Complex Landscape of African Democracy

As African nations navigate a complex political landscape, the promise of democracy faces significant hurdles from institutional distrust to the rise of authoritarian trends.

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Republic of Congo's President Reelected to Fifth Term, Provisional Results Show

Denis Sassou N'Guesso has been reelected as President of the Republic of Congo, securing a fifth term in office.

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Republic of Congo's President Sworn in for Another Term, Extending 42-Year Rule

Denis Sassou N'Guesso has been sworn in for another five-year term as President of the Republic of Congo.

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Congo rejects Kenya's diplomatic appointment to conflict-hit Goma

Congo rejects Kenya's appointment of a consul general to Goma, citing violations of international law and diplomatic protocol.

Congo and M23 rebels miss deadline to reach Doha peace deal

Congo and M23 rebels miss the August 18 deadline for a peace deal in Doha, raising concerns about stalled negotiations.

Rwanda-backed rebels massacred civilians in Congo, Human Rights Watch says

Human Rights Watch reports that Rwanda-backed M23 rebels killed at least 140 civilians in eastern Congo's North Kivu province in July.

Rwanda-backed rebels killed over 140 civilians in eastern Congo, rights group says

Human Rights Watch reports that Rwanda-backed M23 rebels killed at least 140 civilians in eastern Congo's North Kivu province in July.

Sustainable Switch: DR Congo and the cost of tech

An investigation into DR Congo's coltan mining reveals exploitation by M23 rebels and international interest amid stalled peace talks.

Angola seeks gas growth as oil output flatlines despite OPEC exit

Angola is shifting focus to natural gas as oil production stagnates despite its exit from OPEC, with plans to increase gas output by over 20% in five years to support industrialization and expand exports.

Prince Harry is in Angola to raise awareness for land mine clearing, repeating Diana's 1997 trip

Prince Harry visited Angola in July 2025 to support land mine clearance efforts, echoing the 1997 humanitarian trip of his late mother, Princess Diana.

Trafigura-led consortium aims to finalise US loan deal by end-2025

A Trafigura-led consortium, Lobito Atlantic Railway, plans to secure a $533 million loan from the U.S. DFC by end-2025 to upgrade 1,300 km of Angolan railway infrastructure, enhancing transport of minerals from the DRC to the Atlantic coast.