In the Comoros, a decree signed on 6 August has sparked heated controversy. It reorganises the responsibilities of the Secretary General of the Government, a position now held by Nour El Fath Azali, son of President Azali Assoumani. This decree makes him a key figure, giving him the power to evaluate ministries and state-owned companies, and to chair any crisis management unit under the direct supervision of the President of the Republic. Public opinion fears an excessive concentration of powers, an accusation that the government firmly rejects.
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Comoros: controversy over strengthening of powers of President Assoumani’s son
