Tag: Elections

Seychelles to hold presidential run-off after vote fails to produce clear winner

Seychelles is set to hold a rerun of its presidential elections between…

What is at stake in Malawi’s elections?

The people of Malawi are set to vote for their next leader,…

Why voters are giving Africa’s governing parties a bloody nose

Namibia's governing party, Swapo, has retained its hold on power after more…

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Nigeria election 2023: Who is Bola Tinubu of the APC?

Bola Tinubu, 70, widely credited with reshaping Nigeria's commercial hub Lagos, will…

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Nigeria election 2023: Who is Atiku Abubakar?

Atiku Abubakar is hoping it will be sixth-time lucky in his quest…

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Nigeria election 2023: Who is Peter Obi of the Labour Party?

A wealthy businessman with a reputation for being frugal, Peter Obi has…

Nigeria election 2023: Who is Rabiu Kwankwaso?

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the 66-year-old politician vying to be Nigeria's next president,…

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William Ruto’s rise from chicken seller to Kenya’s president-elect

William Ruto-who has been declared the winner of Kenya's heavily disputed presidential…

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Wavinya Ndeti: Defying sexist bullies ahead of Kenya’s elections

Wavinya Ndeti has defied bullying, attempts to discredit her academic achievements and…

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The young woman cashing out from Kenya’s election rallies

Diana Mwazi is one of many young Kenyans who see the country's…

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