African Politics refers to the political dynamics, systems, and practices that occur across the continent of Africa. This encompasses the governance structures, political parties, electoral processes, and policy-making in various African nations. It also includes the influence of colonial history, cultural diversity, economic challenges, and social movements on contemporary political landscapes. African Politics is characterized by a variety of governance models, from democracies to authoritarian regimes, and is shaped by regional conflicts, international relations, and issues such as corruption, human rights, and development. The interplay of traditional practices and modern political ideologies significantly influences how politics is practiced in different countries.
An escalation in conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) since early 2025 has displaced approximately a million people and seized strategic locations like Goma and Bukavu. Incidents of…