Africa's INSANE election paradox: Lessons from Uganda

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Published Jan 25, 2026

The 77 Percent is back - and louder than ever! In our fresh new revamp, Fatou and Rachel take on one of Africa’s biggest political questions: Why do elections across sub-Saharan Africa so often keep the same leaders in power?

From the barriers facing young politicians in Uganda to an unfiltered Street Debate on whether young people truly have a say, we explore how Africa's youth are pushing back - and demanding a seat at the table. Because the future is done waiting: Now it's running for office.

02:03 Young continent...old power? Behind Africa's election paradox
05:50 'Who exactly are you listening to?'
11:50 Votes...and violence: Can Uganda's youth finally break through political barriers?
18:12 Street Debate PART 1: Can Uganda's youth transform politics?
15:40 Who are Kenya's 'special interest' groups?
30:37 Streert Debate PART 2: Can Uganda's youth transform politics?
35.02 'It starts with de-centering selfish interests'

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