Politics

Politics by AfricaHeadline dives deep into the power dynamics shaping Africa today. We analyse decisions, track leadership shifts, expose political deals, and give voice to those shaping policy across the continent. From parliaments to presidential palaces, we connect the dots so you understand the bigger picture.

African leaders inspired by Deng Xiaoping’s reforms

A Path of Economic Transformation In recent years, a new generation of African leaders has
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KGB-CIA rivalry, the cold war legacy in Angola and Mozambique

The Role of Russia in the Liberation of Angola and Mozambique, the KGB-CIA Intelligence Conflict,
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Kamala Harris criticizes Ukraine peace plan, reaffirms U.S. support for

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris voiced strong opposition to peace proposals for Ukraine that involve
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Trump promises to “resolve” Ukraine war after meeting with Zelensky

Former U.S. President and current Republican candidate, Donald Trump, vowed to “resolve” the ongoing war
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President João Lourenço expresses deep regret over the passing of

President João Lourenço has expressed profound sorrow over the death of Cardinal Dom Alexandre do
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Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah killed in Israeli airstrike

Hassan Nasrallah, the long-serving leader of Hezbollah, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on September
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Sudan’s devastating year of war

It has been a year since the brutal Sudanese civil war erupted between the governmentbacked
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Ruto’s state visit cements US-Kenya relations

President William Ruto’s state visit to the United States in May signalled a major expansion
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Markets nervous as deadly Kenya tax revolt continues

Markets have reacted with nervousness to the violence and political instability in Kenya. Kenya has
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South Africa’s historic unity government unveils first cabinet

South Africa’s government of national unity (GNU) has unveiled its first cabinet after the ANC
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