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Podcast: The Daily Discourse
Episode: What enables some African leaders to stay long in power?
Description: Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni says that he was asked by "millions of Ugandans" to stand again for presidency in 2026. He goes on to say that he couldn't betray them because they are ordering not to leave. He was speaking shortly after securing the ruling NRM party nomination as their presidential candidate. Museveni is not the only leader on the continent who somehow manages to stay in power for decades. This morning we thought to get an understanding of what it is that enables some African leaders to stay in power for long and also the role played by th...