Politics: Real-time coverage of African politics and global stories that matter

Politics isn't just about leaders and loud speeches — it shapes jobs, schools, borders and your daily life. On this page you'll find fast, clear reporting on the decisions and fights that change countries: impeachment moves in Kenya, court rulings in Nigeria, rallies in South Africa, and global actions that echo across the continent.

We focus on facts you can use. Want to know why a governor’s impeachment matters? We'll explain how it affects local services and who fills the power vacuum. See a headline about international moves like Greenland or the Panama Canal? We break down why those comments matter for trade, security and African diplomacy.

What to expect here

Short, sharp headlines with context. Expect stories like Deputy President Gachagua’s impeachment debates and court decisions confirming governors. You'll also see coverage of international incidents that touch Africa, profiles of key figures, and fact-checks that cut through political spin. When a story involves elections or legal rulings, we explain the timeline, who's pushing the agenda, and the likely next steps.

We cover a range of topics: electoral disputes, corruption probes, leadership contests, protests, policy moves and international relations. For example, recent posts include a Supreme Court ruling that confirmed a state governor, impeachment motions against local leaders, and reports on alleged foreign influence by political aides. Each piece links to background reporting so you can follow developments without getting lost.

How to use this page

Scan the headlines for quick updates. Open any story to read a short summary, the key details, and what happens next. If you're tracking one country, use the search or the tags to pull up all related stories—Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa and more. Want to stay updated? Subscribe to alerts so big moves land in your inbox the moment they break.

We keep language simple and explanations practical. No jargon, no long-winded analysis for the sake of it. If a claim needs checking, we label it as a fact-check and show sources. If a legal decision changes who runs a city or state, we'll show the immediate effects—who steps in, what services might be disrupted, and which voters are most affected.

Questions or tips? Send them our way. Local readers often flag stories we miss, and we follow up fast. Politics moves quickly—so we make sure you get accurate, useful updates that help you understand what’s happening and why it matters to you.

Keep refreshing this page for the latest headlines and clear, practical explanations of the events shaping African politics and the global moves that touch the continent.