Ramaphosa Calls for Unity as South Africa Faces Historic Coalition Talks
The unprecedented coalition talks are now set to begin to chart a way forward for Africa’s most industrialized economy.
Governance
South Africa Enters Uncharted Territory with Coalition Talks After Election
This outcome leaves the center-left ANC facing a critical decision on whether to form a coalition with the centrist opposition party, the Democratic Alliance (DA).
ANC: Ramaphosa will not step down for the sake of a coalition
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, addressing the media on Sunday, made it clear that Ramaphosa's leadership is non-negotiable.
ANC Accepts Defeat in KwaZulu-Natal as Jacob Zuma's MK Party Emerges Victorious
MK is currently disputing some of the election results in KwaZulu-Natal, hoping a recount will secure them an outright majority and eliminate the need for a coalition government.
UAE's Support for Ruto's US Visit Sparks Controversy in Kenya
According to State House Spokesman Hussein Mohamed, the UAE's offer allowed the Kenyan government to pay just Ksh10 million ($76,923) for the aircraft, a fraction of the Ksh200 million ($1.54 million) it would normally cost.
Nigerian Government Offers Reward Following Deadly Attack in Abia State
According to defense spokesperson Major-General Edward Buba, the soldiers were deployed as peacekeepers, and the civilians were caught in the crossfire.
ANC on Brink of Losing Parliamentary Majority After Stunning Drop in Support
With more than 97% of votes counted, the ANC had just over 40%, a significant decline from its previous dominance.
Parents Seek Answers as Son Detained in Congo Following Failed Coup Attempt
Thompson traveled to Africa in early April with his former high school football teammate, Marcel Malanga, for what his family believed was an all-expenses-paid vacation funded by Marcel's father, Christian Malanga.
South Africa's Main Opposition Leader Sees Opportunity in ANC's Declining Majority
With 60% of the votes counted, the long-time ruling ANC holds just under 42% of the vote.
South Africa's ANC Faces Historic Loss of Parliamentary Majority
With more than 50% of voting districts counted, the ANC leads with 42% of the vote, followed by the Democratic Alliance (DA) with 23%.
Papua New Guinea Villagers Appeal for Aid Following Devastating Landslide
A massive landslide composed of boulders, earth, and splintered trees destroyed Yambali, located in the remote highlands of the South Pacific nation
Nigeria Adopts New National Anthem Amid Widespread Criticism
This swift legislative move has sparked widespread criticism over the lack of public input in the decision.
Early Results Announced in South Africa's Closely Fought Elections
With results from just over 11% of voting districts counted, the ANC is leading with 43%, followed by the Democratic Alliance (DA) with 26%.
Counting Begins After South Africans Vote in Historic Election
The polls were open for 14 hours at more than 23,000 stations across the country's nine provinces.
Residents of Congolese Neighborhood Battle Lead Poisoning from Nearby Factory
Despite years of exposure, men, women, and children in the area have alarmingly high levels of lead in their blood, putting their health at increasing risk.
Madagascar Votes in Parliamentary Elections Amid Ruling Party's Bid to Retain Majority
The Tanora Malagasy Vonona (TGV) party of President Andry Rajoelina is seeking to build on its success from the last election, where it secured 84 out of 151 seats.