Botswana president concedes election, ending governing party's six-decade rule
Africa • Nov 1, 2024, 5:08 AM
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Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi conceded election defeat on Friday after preliminary results showed that his party – which had been in power for 58 years – failed to win enough seats to govern. Masisi’s presidency was marred by high unemployment and allegations of corruption, nepotism and mismanagement.
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Breakaway Somaliland votes as quest for recognition gathers pace
Africa • 9:53 PM
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In tonight's edition, voters in Somaliland turned out Wednesday to choose their next president.
Also, In Uganda, two young influencers were arrested this week for insulting President Museveni on Tiktok.
And Gabonese will cast their vote this Sunday
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Niger military junta bans French humanitarian NGO Acted
Africa • 10:11 AM
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Niger's military rulers on Tuesday withdrew French humanitarian NGO Acted's licence to operate amid tensions with its former colonial ruler.
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