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28 August 2026

Africa's aging autocrats fight to stay in power

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Africa's aging autocrats fight to stay in power

As some of Africa's longest-serving leaders grow older, they are using different tactics to extend their rule. But age, succession battles and public pressure pose new challenges.

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