OPPOSITION LEADERS

In Congo Republic, a presidential election took place, and it was pretty clear who would win. Denis Sassou Nguesso, who has been in charge for a very long time, was expected to keep his position. He is 82 years old and has been leading the country since 1979, except for a short break in the 1990s.

In Tunisia, a recent court decision has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. Several high-profile figures, including opposition leaders, businesspeople, and lawyers, have been handed lengthy prison terms. The charges? Conspiracy against state security and ties to terrorism. This move has