Emmerson Mnangagwa: ‘The Crocodile’ wins second term as Zimbabwe president
Craig TaylorMnangagwa came to power in Zimbabwe after a 2017 coup which ousted long-time ruler Robert Mugabe. BBC News – Africa
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Gabon election: President Ali Bongo aims for third term
The incumbent President Ali Bongo hopes to extend his family’s five-decade grip on power. BBC News – Africa
Brics summit: Is a new bloc emerging to rival US leadership?
The expanding Brics club of nations, seen as a counter to the West, could challenge US dominance. BBC News – Africa
Zimbabwe election: Voters go to the polls with inflation on their minds
Robert Mugabe’s successor faces his main challenge from Nelson Chamisa of the opposition CCC. BBC News – Africa
Brics summit: How China’s and Russia’s clout is growing in Africa
China’s and Russia’s clout is increasing in Africa, as resentment builds towards Western nations. BBC News – Africa
Niger coup leader Gen Tchiani promises to handover power in three years
Gen Tchiani said that Niger did not want a war but would defend itself against foreign intervention. BBC News – Africa