Togo adopts new constitution allowing parliament to elect country's president
March 26, 2024Gnassingbe -- in power since 2005 -- succeeded his father General Gnassingbe Eyadema, who seized power in a coup more than 50 yea…
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Senegal
From Prison to President: Who is Diomaye Faye, the anti-establishment candidate handed Sonko’s “birth right” as Senegal’s next president?
March 25, 2024When sworn in, Faye will be Senegal’s youngest ever president celebrating his 44th birthday on the day of his election victory.
Senegal
Young Opposition Candidate, Diomaye Faye Wins Senegal’s Presidential Election
March 25, 2024Bassirou Diomaye Faye is the anointed candidate of Senegal’s popular and controversial opposition politician Ousmane Sonko.
Senegal
Senegal’s Bassirou Diomaye Faye takes early lead in presidential election
March 25, 2024A second round of voting will only take place if no candidate secures the more than 50 percent majority required to prevent a run…
Senegal
Polls close in Senegal’s keenly contested 2024 presidential election
March 24, 2024The incumbent was not on the ballot for the first time in Senegal’s history.
Senegal
Polls open in Senegal’s delayed 2024 presidential election
March 24, 2024To be declared winner, a candidate must obtain more than 50% of the votes.
Senegal
18 Interesting Facts and Figures about the 2024 Senegal Presidential Election
March 23, 2024Here are some interesting facts and figures to know ahead of the vote.
Senegal
Senegal Presidential Election 2024: Who are the Leading Candidates?
March 23, 2024Since Macky Sall is not in the race, who are the leading candidates competing to replace him?
Senegal
From Near Democratic Decline Back to the Path of Restoration: All You Need to Know About Senegal’s March 24 Senegal Elections
March 22, 2024The recent political impasse will be fresh in the minds of voters as they vote on Sunday.
Ghana
Constituency Watch Series Episode 2: Ledzokuku Constituency
March 19, 2024Even though the presidential elections have been dominated by the NDC, no MP has been able to retain their seat since 1996.
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April 16, 2025
Gabon coup leader wins election by huge margin
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February 24, 2025
2024: Reflecting on Africa’s Year of Elections and the Role of Technology
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February 18, 2025
Togo's ruling party secures senate victory amid controversial constitutional reforms
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January 15, 2025
Mozambique's Chapo sworn in as president after disputed election
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January 1, 2025
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