This post is an update of December 2010’s list of African leaders with a Facebook presence. Of special interest are pages from Ivory Coast, Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, and Zimbabwe.

This post is an update of July 2010’s list of African leaders with a Facebook presence. The numbers and a couple of links have been adjusted. Additionally, a column showing the percentage increase in fans/followers is now available. The % provides a loose idea of how popular Facebook has become …

Did you ever wonder which African leaders are active on Facebook?
As Internet penetration takes hold in Africa, leaders are becoming increasingly aware of the power of social media. Facebook pages, in addition to creating a sense of political involvement, also can manage a President’s image. These pages provide governmental updates …