Stories about Elections
Guinea: Military regime delays return to civilian rule
In the Republic of Guinea, returning to civilian rule seems unlikely before 2025 after the military authorities announced their intention to extend the political transition period.
Rwanda is headed for a one-sided election
Incumbent President Kagame is expected to win easily amid allegations of the expulsion of opposition candidates, harassment of journalists and assassination of critics.
Burkina Faso: Ibrahim Traoré granted blank check to remain in power
In Burkina Faso on May 25, 2024, a national conference took place to establish the country’s new political agenda. This conference concluded with the five-year extension to its military transition.
In Georgia, a series of legal amendments are putting the country's EU aspirations on hold
A foreign agent bill, a ban on gender election quotas, and most recently an LGBTQ+ propaganda bill are just the latest legal amendments proposed by the ruling Georgian Dream party.
Mongolia's new electoral system results in greater representation in the parliament
It was the first time in the country’s history as many as five political parties won seats in the parliament.
New president in Chad signals change in continuity: An interview with Clément Sianka
In the wake of this election that marked the end of Chad’s military transition, Chadians are eager for profound change due to the country’s ongoing economic challenges.
Chad: Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno succeeds father as president in election
Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno was elected as the next President of Chad in the May 6, 2024 presidential elections. Déby succeeded his father.
South Africans react to the new coalition government led by Cyril Ramaphosa
“This is not a government of national unity. This is a grand coalition between the ANC and white monopoly capital.”
A message from a Jamaica-born Briton on Windrush Day
As victims still wait for adequate compensation, the ongoing fiasco has prompted calls for a public inquiry into the UK's repatriation policy.
Trump and Biden are eyeing the Latino vote
For the first time in nearly 250 years of history, Latinos may be key to electing the next president.
How data shapes political narratives amid the 2024 super-elections
"The age of data might seem like a modern concept, but the notion of using information for political advantage has a long history."
How the Moldovan opposition is searching for a unifying presidential candidate
Experts don't believe opposition parties will be able to propose a common idea beyond the idea of ‘ousting the current President.’
What did Claudia Sheinbaum do to become the new president of Mexico?
Yes, Claudia Sheinbaum followed the general policy of AMLO, but in a more refined manner.
Mauritania: Khally Diallo analyzes June 29 presidential elections
Mauritania is gearing up for its presidential elections on June 29, 2024, but military leaders are not quite ready to make way for civilians.
Mauritania: First round of presidential elections on June 29, 2024
Seven candidates will compete in Mauritania’s first round of presidential elections on June 29, 2024. These include Mohamed Ould Ghazouani, the country’s president since August 2019.
‘Demodification’ of India: A Nepalese perspective
Indian voters rejected BJP’s religious extremism, favouring inclusion, tolerance, and equality — an important lesson for Nepal’s political landscape.
Turkey's Erdoğan reigns supreme at hypocrisy and double-speak
If Erdoğan believed Israel to be the “terror” state he accuses it of being, committing genocide which even “Hitler would have been jealous of,” why does Turkey continue business ties?
Madam President, we need you to be an ally for women (so we can believe again)
This historic moment raises great expectations for her administration and the feminist agenda it could implement.
Macklemore Gaza anthem ‘Hind’s Hall’ climbs US music charts
Award-winning rapper Macklemore named his latest hit after the building at Columbia University which students recently occupied and renamed in honor of Hind Rajab, a six-year-old Palestinian girl killed in Gaza.
Southerly winds: How Nepalis are perceiving the ongoing Indian elections
Nepal has traditionally enjoyed a syncretic blend of Hindu and Buddhist traditions. However, if Modi's BJP wins in Indian elections, some fear that Nepal will slide back to Hindu nationalism.
Will Mexico have its first woman president?
For the first time in Mexico's history, the two top presidential candidates are women.