The leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison on five counts in South Africa on Thursday 16th April 2026. Is this the end of EFF, or the derailment of Pan-Africanism memomentum? Or is this also politically motivated driven by the far-right Afrikans movement supported by Elon Musk and co. Malema is free to appeal to the court's decision, however many are wondering if this is a political witch hunt orchestrated b

African politics and security remain some of the most dynamic and complex topics on the global stage. The Weekly Africast Podcast offers a timely and insightful platform to explore these issues, covering political developments, security challenges, socio-economic trends, and international relations shaping the continent. This blog post dives into the key themes discussed in the podcast, highlighting how these conversations help listeners understand Africa’s evolving landscape

The week starting April 10, 2026, brought significant developments across Africa and the globe. From political shifts and economic updates to environmental concerns and social progress, these stories reveal the dynamic changes shaping our world. This post highlights key events that matter, offering clear insights into what is happening and why it matters. Major Political Developments in Africa Several African countries experienced important political events this week. Notably

The president of CAF Mr. Pa trice Motsepe who is a South African billionaire businessman, and the first African billionaire in the continent. He has sided and supported the decision to withdraw the CAF cup tiltle from Senegal that won the competion in a contreversal and toxic atmosphere despite which the champions could not be denied the title. The president as well as the majority of the CAF gorvernance had showed support for the Morocan team to forfeit against the Senega