Elections
Political outlook: Africa’s elections to watch in 2026
Africa will see a large number of significant elections in 2026, shaped by political instability and authoritarian tendencies. Elections in Ethiopia and Morocco, in particular, could have a major impact on regional stability.
By David Renke
Geopolitics
Morocco: How the kingdom is leveraging its geographic position
With its Atlantic strategy, Morocco aims to advance economic integration in West Africa. At the same time, Rabat is positioning itself as a partner to Europe and the United States – and in doing so is also securing support for its own objectives.
By Arne Schütte
Africa (English)
Table of Contents - Edition 271 from January 6th, 2026
- Talk of the Town: How Morocco plays to its geographical position
- Political outlook: Africa’s elections to watch in 2026
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- ACLED expert: Targets of US airstrikes not a core area for Islamist militants
- Ongoing Story: Elections in Guinea
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Elections
Political outlook: Africa’s elections to watch in 2026
Africa will see a large number of significant elections in 2026, shaped by political instability and authoritarian tendencies. Elections in Ethiopia and Morocco, in particular, could have a major impact on regional stability.
By David Renke
Geopolitics
Morocco: How the kingdom is leveraging its geographic position
With its Atlantic strategy, Morocco aims to advance economic integration in West Africa. At the same time, Rabat is positioning itself as a partner to Europe and the United States – and in doing so is also securing support for its own objectives.
By Arne Schütte
Africa Team
David Renke
Leiter Africa.Table / Hauptstadt-Korrespondent
Andreas Sieren
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Arne Schütte
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