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Divisions Emerge Within Zimbabwe’s Ruling Zanu PF Party Over Mnangagwa’s Potential Third Term

In Zimbabwe’s ruling party, Zanu PF, there’s been a whirlwind of pushback against the prospect of President Emmerson Mnangagwa extending his tenure past 2028. Despite his firm assertions that he wishes to serve only two terms, the internal dynamics within his party are growing increasingly fractious. Some factions are fervently calling for a change in the Constitution, seeking to abolish term limits altogether. Dubbed the ED2030 campaign, this slogan has not only kept the populace of Zimbabwe brimming with apprehension, but…

Somali President Faces Allegations of Seeking to Prolong His Term

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Just a couple of years back, before he snagged a second term, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was one of the loudest voices railing against tampering with the constitution, frequently slamming his forerunner, Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, for allegedly scheming to prolong his stay in office. The uproar was intense, sparking protests nationwide from all corners—civilians, opposition figures, and even military personnel, some of whom went as far as to revolt. Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, better known as Farmajo, was…

Somalia: Opposition Leaders Condemn Proposed Extension of Presidential Term, Pledge to Fight Legally

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Former President Sheikh Sharif Ahmed, ex-PM Hassan Ali Khaire, and member of parliament Abdirahman Abdishakur fiercely criticized President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, stating he’s pulling strings to illegitimately extend his tenure. These verbal jabs follow failed high-stakes discussions meant to soothe federal-state relations and reveal an ominous narrative in Somalia, a nation already battling the menace of Al-Shabaab. In a fiery declaration released on Monday, the opposition titans pledged a court…

Somali Opposition Advises President Hassan Sheikh Against Prolonging His Term

From left to right: Former President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, once-Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire, and Opposition Leader Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame have formed a united front against President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. They're strongly opposing what they claim are his actions to prolong his presidency—a move they argue would breach the constitution and jeopardize the nation's political steadiness. Mogadishu (AX) — Three prominent Somali opposition leaders are ringing alarm bells against President Hassan Sheikh…

Somalian Leaders Stalled on Election Reform Discussions Over Term Extension Dispute

Somalia's Political Roadblock: Leadership Gridlocked Over Term Extension During Key Election Reform Deliberations MOGADISHU, Somalia - A hush-hush conclave involving Somalia's President and Prime Minister, alongside Ahmed Madobe from Jubaland, concluded in a standoff on Friday, as noted by Axadle's unimpeachable sources. This stalemate is a serious setback for the Federal Administration's electoral reform strategy, which faces considerable pushback. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud advocates for a sweeping change to the…

Algerian President Sworn In for a Second Term

President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has officially begun his second term in office after an impressive electoral victory, clinching a remarkable 84% of the votes. Despite this resounding win, the election was shadowed by a notable sense of voter disinterest and persistent worries regarding the fairness of the vote counting process. In his inaugural address, Tebboune thanked the Algerian populace for their trust and support. He emphasized his commitment to engaging in comprehensive consultations with a variety of political…

The Prime Minister of Somalia allowed an oblique vote after the presidential time period

Somalia's Prime Minister allowed an oblique vote after the president's time period was canceled MOGADISHU, Somalia - The decrease home of the Somali parliament voted on Saturday to present Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble the ability to guide the preparations for the nation's election amid quarrels. In a particular session, the 140 legislators voted in favor of returning to the…

Somalia’s president speaks to parliament after rejecting the time period

Somalia's president speaks to parliament after rejecting the time period MOGADISHU, Somalia - Somalia's time period of workplace, President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo, will converse to the Nationwide Meeting on Saturday after his two-year extension was broadly rejected by the nation's stakeholders and worldwide companions. Sources instructed Axadlethat the outgoing president in his…

The US calls on the Somali parliament to cancel the presidential time interval

MOGADISHU, Somalia - The Abroad Ministry has known as on the outgoing Somali president and parliament to intervene immediately to invalidate the illegal two-year extension from 12 April. In an announcement, the US authorities welcomed a selection by quite a few leaders to reject the extension of the time interval of office of outgoing President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo, who has raised points and anxieties in the fragile democracy that has struggled with instability for a very long time. Hirshabelle, southwest and…

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