His tour comes amid multiple political upheavals in West Africa and as governments reassess relationships with the West.

Critics of the Chadian leader say the referendum was part of efforts to perpetuate himself in power like his father.

It was a year full of high-stakes geopolitical drama and economic crises for Africa.

Analysts and Nigerien citizens have welcomed the abrogation of the controversial law which was signed in 2015.

Nigerian public sector workers may earn slightly more than they did years ago, but can afford fewer things than before.

Nigerian opposition supporters say the tribunal’s ruling was expected but were nevertheless waiting for a surprise.

Military leaders are exploiting disenchantment with democratic leadership amid deteriorating economic conditions.

Prigozhin’s death will slow the Wagner machine in Africa but its value to military regimes will continue to be prized.

ECOWAS ultimatum for Niger coup leaders to restore deposed president or risk intervention is set to expire on Sunday.

Niger coup presents a diplomatic dilemma for the West African bloc whose new leadership is keen to entrench a new order.