Gabon's military leader, General Brice Oligui Nguema—who in 2023 led a coup that ended a near-60-year dynasty— has won Saturday's presidential election with more than 90% of the vote, provisional results show.
Digital tools and artificial intelligence (AI) were integral in mobilizing voters, monitoring electoral integrity, and amplifying civic participation.
Togo's ruling Union for the Republic (UNIR) party, led by President Faure Gnassingbé, has secured a decisive victory in the recent Senate elections. Provisional results released on February 16, 2025, indicate that UNIR won 34 out of the 41 contested seats.
Daniel Chapo of Mozambique's long-ruling Frelimo party was sworn in as president on Wednesday at a sparsely attended ceremony after months of protests against his disputed election victory.
While fewer countries are holding elections compared to 2024, the stakes remain high, with 10 nations gearing up for presidential, legislative, and local polls.
While the sting of defeat is undeniable, it also carries with it profound opportunities, opportunities to grow stronger, more connected, and more aligned with the values and needs of the people.
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