Politics: Africa and Global Headlines

Quick, clear political news from Africa and beyond. We explain who made the move, why it matters, and what comes next. Expect short updates, practical explainers, and longer pieces when a story needs context.

Recent headlines show the range. South Africa moves billions to private security after policing gaps. Floyd Shivambu may leave the EFF and that would shift party dynamics. Brenda Biya came out publicly and put pressure on anti gay laws in Cameroon. Lagos leaders met to plan infrastructure and services. A court in Abuja reinstated 25 lawmakers and changed the balance in Rivers State. We also tracked the MKMVA secretary general who resigned amid turmoil, and how the ANC is weighing coalitions after failing to win a majority.

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What to watch this month: R11.8 billion private security spending in South Africa and any police reforms that follow; moves inside the EFF if Floyd Shivambu makes a choice; coalition talks by the ANC after election losses; progress on Lagos infrastructure plans and school or health announcements; legal developments in Rivers State after the appeal court ruling; and reactions in Cameroon and across Africa after Brenda Biya's announcement. Each of these could change budgets, services, or laws that affect daily life.

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