Malawi faces political crisis as candidate campaign costs soar
Economic turmoil in Malawi increases candidate reliance on handouts during parliamentary elections.
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Zimbabwe lawmakers vote to extend the president’s term to 2030
Experts say African youth are mobilized for votes rather than actual democratic power.
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Somalia enters transition period as president’s term ends
The Somali government declared a transition period after failing to agree on future voting rules.
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Congo’s Tshisekedi says he is open to seeking a third term
President Felix Tshisekedi says he will accept a third term if the Congolese people demand a change.
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Rights groups accuse Nigeria regulator of censorship over warning
Journalists union criticises NBC warning ahead of elections, saying directive could silence analysis and force self censorship in media.
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Nigeria opposition ADC says country is in dire straits ahead polls
Nigeria’s opposition ADC says the country is in dire straits amid insecurity, economic hardship and internal party rivalries ahead of upcoming elections.
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Guinea-Bissau’s military authorities announce December election date
Guinea-Bissau’s junta has announced December elections as pressure grows for a civilian transition
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Guinea-Bissau junta schedules elections amid fragile transition
Guinea-Bissau’s military junta has announced December 6 as the date for presidential and legislative elections, months after seizing power in a coup.
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Uganda counts votes amid rigging claims
Uganda begins counting votes amid delays, internet blackout and opposition allegations of election rigging
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China backs Tanzania leadership as Wang Yi closes sensitive visit
China’s top diplomat Wang Yi warned against foreign interference in Tanzania while backing its leadership, as Beijing avoided commenting on post-election violence that strained ties with the West.
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