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.

Sarkozy and the Libyan connection: A Pan-African legacy and France’s

AfricaHeadline | Investigative DeskIndependent African journalism. Facts, depth, and accountability. PARIS – Nicolas Sarkozy, once
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Tinubu tightens grip on power, but Nigerians face rising costs

Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has tightened his hold on Africa’s most populous nation.
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At the United Nations, a tipping point: Global calls for

NEW YORK – The chamber of the United Nations echoed with words sharper than diplomacy
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Lula rejects Brazil’s “Stray dog complex” (complexo de vira-lata) and

By AfricaHeadline – Brasília/New York Bureau Brasília / New York — On the floor of
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AfDB and Nigerian economists call for urgent action in Africa’s

Abuja, Nigeria – The African Development Bank (AfDB), in partnership with the Nigerian Economic Society,
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A new hope for Benin: Former President Boni Yayi rules

AfricaHeadline – Cotonou, BeninSeptember, 2025 By AfricaHeadline West Africa Desk Former Beninese President Boni Yayi has
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Brazil’s Jair Bolsonaro sentenced to 27 years in prison in

Brasília, Brazil  — Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been sentenced to 27 years and
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Nigeria’s Local Governments Face Scrutiny Over Transparency and Service Delivery

Nairobi – A new programme examining Nigeria’s grassroots governance has exposed deep-seated challenges within the
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South Africa responds to US tariffs with emergency economic relief

Pretoria, South Africa – In a direct response to newly imposed 30% tariffs by the
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Congo-Brazzaville holds quiet talks in Washington to lift US travel

By AfricaHeadline – Washington/Brazzaville, July 2025 Congo-Brazzaville is stepping up discreet diplomatic efforts in Washington
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