Ethiopia’s Political Landscape Shifts Amid Rising Fears of Renewed Conflict
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Ethiopia’s Political Landscape Shifts Amid Rising Fears of Renewed Conflict

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has secured a landslide victory in Ethiopia’s recent general election, with his Prosperity Party capturing 438 of the 501 contested parliamentary seats. While the result solidifies Abiy’s mandate to continue his economic agenda, the electoral process was marred by significant security challenges, allegations of political repression, and the complete exclusion of […]

Zimbabwe Parliament Approves Sweeping Constitutional Changes to Extend Presidential Term Limits
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Zimbabwe Parliament Approves Sweeping Constitutional Changes to Extend Presidential Term Limits

Zimbabwe’s lower house of parliament has overwhelmingly approved a controversial constitutional amendment that extends the presidential term from five to seven years. This legislative shift paves the way for 83-year-old President Emmerson Mnangagwa to prolong his tenure until 2030, bypassing his scheduled departure in 2028. The bill, which secured a comfortable two-thirds majority with 216 […]