From state house to exile: Why African presidents so often become political refugees, a Gambian reflection

[The Standard - The Gambia] - 16/12/2025
By Salifu Manneh Across Africa, the presidency has become one of the most dangerous jobs, not while in office, but after leaving it. Many African leaders rise to power amid celebration and expectation, only to exit through exile, asylum, or international courts. From State House to foreign (…)
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