Unlike ANC governments, we must practise consistent, inclusive solidarity and internationalism
Michela Wrong debunks the myth of Rwanda as a model developmental state and a poster child for Western aid, the theme of her latest book
Conditions in South Africa and elsewhere are fertile ground for big-man authoritarian populism to take root
The actions of some pastors and bishops are criminal and damage their followers
The approach of presidential elections on September 15 has once again raised the question of whether Tunisia’s nascent democracy will last
How does the world’s longest serving autocrat remain in power?
President Teodoro Obiang Nguema’s 40th anniversary in power will be marked by a series of events in three main cities
Gambian President Adama Barrow has said that he will await the report of the country’s truth commission before pursuing Jammeh’s possible extradition
One of the most misleading myths about African politics is the idea of the all-powerful leader who rules on their own through their cunning and wit
Even the rats are jumping ship as the economy flounders amid poor governance decisions
Opposition ire over the president’s extended term in office spilled over into the streets this week
"Perhaps the only factor standing in the way of his dictatorship cake is the absence of enough heat"
The trial and judgment on the continent has been hailed by the United Nations, Human Rights Watch and other countries and organisations.
Weeks before President Ismaïl Guelleh stands for an unconstitutional fourth term, he has lost a “politically motivated” case against his former ally.
Suicidal man confesses on a live radio phone-in to participating in the deaths of opponents of the late military dictator Augusto Pinochet.
The case of one of the most notorious torture cases of the 17-year military dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet over Chili was reopened in 2013.
President Zuma has elaborated on what he would do differently if parliamentary democracy did not get in his way so much.
In some cases the readiness to inflict one’s dearth of artistic talent on a helpless world may be a sign of far worse things to come.
The Mail & Guardian reveals a document penned by President Thabo Mbeki in 2001 in which he warns Robert Mugabe over his style of rule.