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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.
US-Kenya
September 25, 2024

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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September 25, 2024

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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historic-unity
September 25, 2024

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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voilenmce
September 25, 2024

Kenya fiscal reforms may have to be softened after tax

Kenyan President William Ruto may have to give up on his goal of a balanced
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ruto
September 25, 2024

Kenya’s Ruto rethinks debt problem after tax plans scuttled

President William Ruto’s recent efforts to raise around $2.6bn through tax increases failed after scores
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Africa
September 25, 2024

What will the UK’s new Africa strategy look like?

“In Africa, the UK government has no coherent strategy, failed to show sufficient support over
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youth-power
September 25, 2024

Give youth a seat at the table to save SDGs

The African Youth Consultative Forum on the Summit of the Future, a preparatory event aimed
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September 25, 2024

Amid Israel-Hezbollah strikes, Lebanon says only US can stop fighting

Israel kills Hezbollah commander in Beirut Lebanese health ministry says two-day death toll is 569
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melani
September 25, 2024

Italy’s ‘Mattei Plan’: What does Georgia Meloni want from Africa?

In January Italy’s prime minister, Georgia Meloni, outlined a new strategy for relations with Africa
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Ali-Youssouf
September 25, 2024

Djibouti’s Mahamoud Ali Youssouf sets out stall to head AU

When the Assembly of Heads of State of the African Union meet in February 2025
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