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Congo’s new cabinet marks shallow break from the past

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CONGO-KINSHASA

The delay was a result of long and very complicated negotiations, firstly between Tshisekedi and former President Joseph Kabila, who had agreed to form a coalition government, but…

New leader will struggle to unite Australia’s Liberals

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AUSTRLIA

Morrison takes over from Malcolm Turnbull, who has also resigned his parliamentary seat.

Turkey's army reform could turn into power grab

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TURKEY

The impact of the failed July coup on civilian-military relations.

Ethiopia’s Amhara conflict may be protracted

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ETHIOPIA

Following an extension of the state of emergency in February, new army offensives, including around the regional capital, Bahir Dar, have intensified the conflict. Reports of…

Lebanon’s new labour unionism could affect May polls

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LEBANON

The GCLW is the traditional umbrella organisation for Lebanese trade unions, but has long been seen as too close to the political authorities. It has been increasingly outflanked…

Maghreb leaders face a growing challenge from unions

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NORTH AFRICA

Since President Abdelaziz Bouteflika’s ouster in April, the military-dominated interim authorities have sought to shore up their own position, including by managing the…

US political divides bring business risks

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UNITED STATES

The progressive Sanders and the moderate Biden differ greatly from Trump and the Republicans in almost all policy areas, highlighting how US politics has shifted away from a…

Political parties will struggle in Burkina Faso

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BURKINA FASO

The attack underscores the junta’s troubles in addressing a widespread insurgency, particularly in the north. However, the country’s political parties have struggled to capitalise…

Cameroon's Biya likely to stay in power

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CAMEROON

Officials have blamed militant anglophone separatists for the killings, although no group has yet taken responsibility. The killings come amid an escalating security crisis in the…

South Africa's Gauteng battle could go to the wire

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SOUTH AFRICA

SOUTH AFRICA: Gauteng battle could go to the wire