New Austrian conservative leader ready for coalition talks with far right | Politics News
In a major U-turn, Christian Stocker says he will enter into coalition talks with the far right if invited to do so.Austria’s conservatives have said…
Republicans’ trust in elections jumps after Trump’s win, poll finds
WASHINGTON — A majority of Republicans say they are confident in the 2024 vote count after Donald Trump’s win, according to a new poll that finds…
Germany accuses Musk of election meddling over AfD support: What we know | Elections News
Germany’s government accused US billionaire Elon Musk on Monday of interfering in its upcoming February election after he threw his support behind the far-right party,…
Ecuadorian President Noboa names interim vice president amid spat | Politics News
Noboa has tussled with Vice President Veronica Abad over questions of insubordination as new general elections approach.Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa has named an interim vice…
Maduro government offers reward for location of exiled opposition candidate | Nicolas Maduro News
Human rights panel calls on Venezuelan government to respect civil liberties as beginning of presidential term nears.The government of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has announced…
US sanctions Russia and Iran over accusations of election interference | Elections News
The US says affiliates of the Iranian and Russian governments worked to sow division during the 2024 elections.The United States has announced a new round…
Croatia’s Milanovic to face rival in election run-off next month | Elections News
Incumbent president narrowly missed an outright win, securing 49.1% of the vote, while rival Primorac garnered 19.35%.Croatian President Zoran Milanovic is set to face-off against…
Syria’s de facto leader says holding elections could take up to four years | Syria’s War News
It is the first time Ahmed al-Sharaa has commented on an electoral timeline since ousting longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad this month.Syria’s de facto leader, Ahmed…
Chad votes in first parliamentary election in over a decade: What to know | Elections News
Chadians are voting in parliamentary, regional and municipal elections for the first time in more than a decade, continuing the former military-turned-civilian government’s push to…
Voting begins in Chad as opposition parties call for election boycott | Elections News
Opposition parties urge Chadians to boycott the vote, calling it a sham aimed at entrenching the governing party’s power.Voting has begun in general elections in…
Germany's president dissolves parliament, sets new elections for February
Germany will elect a new government seven months ahead of schedule after President Frank-Walter Steinmeier dissolved parliament and called for snap elections on Friday. Source…
Mozambique president-elect urges ‘unity’ amid unrest, citizens fleeing | Protests News
Daniel Chapo says he will be ‘president of all’, calls for ‘non-violence’ after week of protests against vote-rigging.Mozambique’s president-elect has called for “non-violence” and “unity”…
US sanctions Bidzina Ivanishvi, founder of Georgia’s ruling party | Protests News
Sanctions come amid mass protests against the Georgian government’s decision to pause EU accession efforts.The United States has sanctioned Bidzina Ivanishvili, Georgia’s former prime minister…
German president dissolves parliament, confirms February vote | Elections News
Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who lost confidence vote this month, will act as caretaker chancellor at time of rising turmoil.German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has dissolved the country’s…
Video: Hundreds break out from Mozambique prison amid civil unrest | Elections
NewsFeedMore than 1,500 prisoners have escaped in Maputo as Mozambique experiences escalating civil unrest linked to October’s disputed election result.Published On 26 Dec 202426 Dec…
At least 21 killed in Mozambique unrest after top court’s election decision | Elections News
After Monday’s ratification of contested October elections, a new wave of protests is under way.At least 21 people have been killed in unrest since Mozambique’s…
Tonga elects new prime minister after predecessor’s sudden resignation | Government News
‘Aisake Valu Eke, former finance minister, is set to lead the Pacific nation until elections in November 2025.Tonga has elected a new leader by secret…
Southern Africa elections brought big changes in 2024
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMNPMN BusinessAuthor of the article:The Associated PressFarai MutsakaPublished Dec 23, 2024 • 4 minute read You can save this article by registering for…
Venezuela says it has released another 177 imprisoned election protesters | Nicolas Maduro News
About 2,000 demonstrators were jailed following disputed July vote, in which Maduro declared himself victor.Venezuela has said another 177 imprisoned election protesters have been released…
Mozambique’s controversial election result upheld: What to know | Elections News
The top electoral court in Mozambique has largely upheld the results of the country’s disputed October elections, re-affirming the governing Frelimo party’s decades-long hold on…