The wife of the former president is one of the frontrunners in the 23 August elections, but her husband's role in the campaign remains ambiguous.
Politicians
Lalao Ravalomanana: Madagascar's ex first lady, an undaunted presidential candidate
- Tuesday, 18 June 2013 15:59
- Emilie Filou
Nigeria: United they stand against Goodluck Jonathan
- Monday, 10 June 2013 14:28
- Monica Mark in Abuja
... but politicians from all regions and disparate parties will have to keep their egos in check and division to a minimum if the opposition alliance is to have any chance of unseating the ruling PDP in upcoming 2015 general elections.
Ethiopia's old guard hangs on as new guard rises
- Thursday, 06 June 2013 16:16
- Parselelo Kantai and Elissa Jobson in Addis Ababa
Prime Minister Meles's death in August 2012 has left the field open to those seeking to control the ruling EPRDF.
Peacekeeping is not enough - Ethiopian PM, Hailemariam Desalegn
- Wednesday, 22 May 2013 13:41
- Nicholas Norbrook and Patrick Smith in Paris
Wearing twin hats as AU Assembly chair and Ethiopian prime minister, Hailemariam expounds his views on resolution of the conflict in Mali as well as his country's economic plans.
South Africans are desperate for change - Mamphela Ramphele
- Thursday, 25 April 2013 16:04
- Crystal van Vyk
A leader of South Africa's newest political entity says citizens are desperate for change amid corruption and patronage, but they are not comfortable raising such concerns.
Spotlight off as Malema's court case is postponed
- Tuesday, 23 April 2013 16:07
Former poster boy of South Africa's ruling ANC, Julius Malema will have to wait longer before having his day in court, after his case was further remanded to 20 June.
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