From viral TikTok election campaigns to midnight ballot recounts, Africa's political landscape became 2025's ultimate reality show – complete with plot twists that left the world gripped. 🌐✨
Youthquake Shakes Nations
Ghana and South Africa saw historic youth voter turnout, with Gen Z candidates flipping traditional strongholds using AI-powered outreach. 📱 "We're rewriting the rules," 24-year-old MP-elect Ama Asante told us from Accra.
Controversy in the Sahel
Military governments in Sudan and Mali drew global criticism for "elections without choice" – while Ethiopia's landmark poll faced tech glitches that delayed results for weeks. ⚠️
2026 Watchlist 🔍
As new leaders take office, all eyes are on:
- Zambia's climate-focused economic reforms
- Nigeria's planned tech innovation hubs
- Ongoing peace talks in the DRC
One thing's clear: Africa's political evolution is trending faster than a Burna Boy drop. 🎶 Which direction will 2026 take? Drop your predictions below! ⬇️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com







