Tunisia’s authoritarian spiral tightens, four years after the coup
Tunisia

Tunisia’s authoritarian spiral tightens, four years after the coup

Four years have passed since the coup in Tunisia, in which President Kais Saied concentrated power in his hands and entrenched authoritarian rule.

Nicholas Mwangi
August 8, 2025
Angola- 22 killed during mass protests against fuel prices
Angola

Angola: 22 killed during mass protests against fuel prices

Angola, one of Africa’s top oil producers, is in turmoil after protests erupted over a sharp fuel price hike driven by IMF-backed subsidy cuts.

Nicholas Mwangi
August 4, 2025
Two years on: Niger’s revolutionary anniversary marks continued defiance for sovereignty
Niger

Two years on: Niger’s revolutionary anniversary marks continued defiance for sovereignty

Niger’s revolution in July 2023 and the creation of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) reignited the spirit of sovereignty and Pan-African resistance across the continent. A recent webinar hosted by Pan African Today explored the significance of this moment.

Nicholas Mwangi
August 1, 2025
Mass mobilization in The Gambia against corruption
The Gambia

Youth-led anti-corruption movement surges in The Gambia

Gambians from all walks of life – led by the youth-driven GALA movement mobilized across the country on July 23 in an anti-corruption protest as momentum for change grows.

Nicholas Mwangi
July 28, 2025
Abahlali baseMjondolo protests xenophobia and defends legal aid group after far-right threats
South Africa

Abahlali baseMjondolo protests xenophobia and defends legal aid group after far-right threats

Abahlali baseMjondolo led a demonstration on July 17, 2025, to defend the Socio-Economic Rights Institute (SERI) from intimidation by the anti-migrant group Operation Dudula and stand against its xenophobic agenda.

Nicholas Mwangi
July 22, 2025
At 92, Paul Biya declares eighth presidential bid to lead Cameroon
Cameroon

At 92, Paul Biya declares eighth presidential bid to lead Cameroon

Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has officially confirmed his candidacy for the 2025 presidential election, surprising many by seeking an eighth term in office.

Nicholas Mwangi
July 22, 2025
ICE detainees
Africa

Trump administration targets Africa with deportation deals

President Donald Trump asked African nations to accept deported migrants from the United States. The proposal has stirred controversy, with Nigeria firmly rejecting the offer.

Nicholas Mwangi
July 14, 2025
BRICS Summit 2025: Big opportunities for Africa on reform and Global South solidarity
Africa

BRICS Summit 2025: Big opportunities for Africa on reform and Global South solidarity

With several African nations now part of the bloc, the BRICS summit presents an opportunity for a continent that has long been sidelined in the global geopolitical order.

Nicholas Mwangi
July 11, 2025