Elections

NDC Demands Probe After Members Attacked in Enugu, Vows to Press On

NDC says members were attacked at a grassroots meeting in Obuoffia Ward, Nkanu West, and blames suspected state-sponsored thugs.

Brazil Election Risks Another Freeze Of Amazon Fund, Threatening 288,000 People

Conservationists warn Brazil’s election could prompt another suspension of the Amazon Fund, ending support for 144 projects and about 288,000 people.

Hichilema Sworn In As Zambia President As Opponent Is Detained

Hakainde Hichilema is inaugurated for a second five-year term after winning 60% of the vote; opponent Brian Mundubile has been charged with treason.

Counting Begins in Guinea-Bissau Referendum That Could Expand the Presidency

Ballots are being tallied in military-run Guinea-Bissau after a referendum that would increase presidential powers ahead of December 6 elections.

Libya Agrees Two-Year Timetable For National Elections

Rival eastern and western administrations signed a 4+4 Committee agreement to restructure the electoral commission and hold national polls within two

U.S. Senators Raise Concerns Ahead of Zambia’s August 13 Elections

Four U.S. senators have called for peaceful and fair elections in Zambia, raising concerns about the country’s electoral environment ahead of the August 13 vote.

Pakistan Ruling Party Takes Early Lead in Kashmir Assembly Elections

Pakistan's ruling Pakistan Muslim League-N has taken a commanding lead in the first two phases of legislative elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir despite protests and boycott calls by a banned political group.