The Panafrican Press

A sense of inevitability permeated African presidential elections in 2025. From the outset, opposition forces faced systemic barriers before campaigning even began. Recent contests in Djibouti on April 10 and …

“Rigged contests”, “predictable outcomes”, “first-round sweeps.” The 2025 presidential elections across Africa were defined by a clear pattern: opposition forces were systematically sidelined before campaigns even began. The most recent …

“Predictable elections,” “uncontested polls,” “incumbents winning in the first round.” Africa’s 2025 presidential elections followed a troubling pattern: opposition candidates were systematically sidelined before campaigns even began. The most recent …

Following the military takeovers in 2020 and 2021, Mali has undergone a radical geopolitical recalibration under the direction of Assimi Goïta. By adopting a narrative centered on national autonomy, the …

Benin holds its breath, yet maintains a serene atmosphere. This morning, from 7:00 AM, citizens across the nation have been casting their ballots in the first round of the 2026 …

Morocco and Mauritania deepen security cooperation amid rising Sahel instability Rabat and Nouakchott expand military collaboration to strengthen border security and counter transnational threats in a fragile regional landscape. Introduction …

JNIM asserts responsibility for twin assaults in niger’s western regions The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), recognized as al-Qaeda’s primary affiliate in the Sahel, has issued …

The military governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are forging a new political and security alliance while distancing themselves from Western partners. Russia is playing a pivotal role in …