insert_link Africa Cameroon opposition leader declares victory as Electoral Council awaits final results Issa Tchiroma Opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma has declared victory in Cameroon’s presidential election held on October 12, calling on long-serving President Paul Biya to accept defeat and “honour the truth of the ballot box.” Tchiroma’s declaration came late Monday amid mounting anticipation over the official outcome of the vote. The election marks one of the most closely watched contests in recent years in Cameroon, where Biya, 91, has ruled since […] today14 October, 2025
insert_link Africa Afrobarometer survey shows democracy at risk A majority of Africans would support a military takeover if their elected leaders fail to act in their interests, according to a recent Afrobarometer survey. Bloomberg Africa reports that while two-thirds of respondents find military intervention undesirable as a regular form of governance, faith in democracy is waning across the continent amid growing corruption concerns. The survey reveals that despite a decline, 66% of Africans still prefer democracy over other […] today24 July, 2024
