Keir Starmer to step down as prime minister two years after historic election victory

Keir Starmer has announced he will stand down as prime minister after days of intense pressure from Labour MPs, including cabinet ministers, following the return of Andy Burnham to Westminster.
By The Guardian 15h ago

Indirect election not panacea for instability

Across the Limpopo, South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa is facing impeachment — the first leader in independent South Africa to confront such a possibility.
By Paidamoyo Muzulu May. 16, 2026

Ex-minister Mandelson quits Britain's Labour Party after new Epstein reports

During the late 1990s, Mandelson had an important role in Labour's electoral success as Tony Blair became prime minister.
By Reuters Feb. 2, 2026

Will the UK election bring a new direction in Africa?

In collaboration with partners, the UK could once again become a leader in development thinking and practice, providing new approaches while reviving older ones.
By Ian Scoones Jul. 12, 2024

Rishi Sunak apologises after historic Tory defeat

Sir Keir Starmer has led the Labour Party to a landslide victory and will take over from Mr Sunak as the UK's prime minister.
By Bbc News Jul. 5, 2024