ACE Electoral News

ACE Electoral News

Afghanistan:Observation Report, General Election, ANFREL (2005)

This report on the 2005 general election by the Asian Network for Free Elections includes background information on the political environment in Afghanistan, security concerns and the development strategy. The report includes general observations on election day as well as observations from specific polling stations across the country.

Pakistan: Election Commission likely to introduce e-voting machine, The News International (2010)

This article reports on the statement of the Election Commission of Pakistan regarding the introduction of electronic voting machines (EVM). After consulting many stakeholders and parties, the Commission is considering the possibility to use the EVMs by 2014.

Afghanistan: Observation Report, Parliamentary and Provincial Council Elections, IRI (2005)

A report from The International Republican Institute (IRI) discusses voter turnout and security issues surrounding the parliamentary and provincial council elections. The report provides some background for the elections and the electoral system. The report includes information on incidents of pre-election violence and the participation of women.

Afghanistan:Observation Report, Presidential Election, ANFREL (2004)

A report from the Asian Network for Free Elections (ANFREL) on the 2004 Afghanistan presidential elections. The observation mission included the first two Afghan women to be involved in an international observation mission. The ANFREL mission focused on contributing to electoral integrity, providing accurate information and enhancing the capacity of civil society organizations.

Afghanistan:Pre-Election Observation Report, Presidential and Provincial Elections, NDI (2009)

This report is was issued by a multi-national delegation assembled by the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI). The report includes information gained through interviews with political and civic leaders as well as representatives from various sectors of the international community in Kabul. The delegation's activities were designed to provide an accurate assessment of the political environment and demonstrate the international community's interest in the development of democratic governance in Afghanistan.

Dutch anti-Islam firebrand may be brought in from cold, The Irish Times (2010)

This article presents the strategies of the Dutch parties during the electoral campaign for the upcoming elections. Special attention is given to the position of the far-right Freedom Party, which is gaining percentage points mainly in the cities. Coalitions are yet to be defined.

USA: Interest groups prepared to spend record amounts in 2010 elections, The Washington Post (2010)

This article reports on the latest news for the 2010 congressional and state elections in the United States. Interest groups are investing in the upcoming elections like they have never done before, mostly lobbying in the Republican Party. A few of the biggest lobbyists: the American Action Network (Republican), the Club for Growth (Republican), and the National Rifle Association.

Namibia: Judgment Reserved in Poll Case, All Africa (2010)

The Supreme Court yesterday reserved judgment in the appeal case of nine opposition parties that are challenging the outcome of last year's general elections after two days of hearing.

Namibia: Fireworks at poll hearing, New Era (2010)

The opposition parties’ application challenge against last year’s parliamentary elections was submitted to the High Court within the confines of the Electoral Act, but failed to meet the in-house High Court rules, it was argued in the Supreme Court yesterday.

South Korea ruling party chief quits after poll losses, Reuters (2010)

This article reports on the resignations of the leader of the ruling Grand National Party. Unexpectedly, the Democratic Party won in the major cities and provinces.

Nigeria:2011: SNG, CNPP warn INEC against postponing elections, The Punch (2010)

A number of groups have warned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) not to delay the elections in Nigeria currently scheduled for 2011.

Rwanda: Workshop Gives Rwandan Media Tips on Reporting Elections, All Africa (2010)

This article discusses a workshop held for media in Rwanda to train them in effectively reporting the upcoming elections.

Namibia: Election Court Case, All Africa (2010)

The election court case currently underway in the Supreme Court is a clear indication of the judicification of politics, according to political analyst, Professor Andre du Pisani.

Burundi: U.S. urges Burundi to let rights researcher return, Reuters (2010)

This article discusses a statement from The United States urging Burundi to allow an election observer with the group Human Rights Watch to return to the country. The observer was expelled after making statements critical of the elections.

UN boss warns of renewed violence in Cote d’Ivoire, Daily Nation (2010)

This article discusses concerns expressed by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon over elections and security. Negotiations between political parties have failed to set a date for elections and there have been complications with voter registration.

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Burundi: ex-rebel leader Agathon Rwasa quits elections; BBC News(2010)

Five opposition candidates have withdrawn from presidential polls in Burundi due to take place on 28 June.

Former Suriname dictator joins ex-rebel in coalition, Caribbean Net News (2010)

After winning last week's elections, Desi Bouterse's National Democratic Party is looking for allies to form a government coalition. Suriname’s former dictator is holding meetings with Ronny Brunswijk, former leader of the Jungle Commandos. Mr. Brunswijk’s rebel group was involved in the 1986 civil war.

Election result a surprise to many South Koreans, Channel News Asia (2010)

This article discusses the latest results in the South Korean local elections.The ruling Grand National Party gained only six of the 16 posts for provincial governors and city mayors, leaving many observers surprised.

Czech Republic - Election 2010: Results fail to spark int'l media interest (The Prague Post, 2010)

There was a subdued response to the Czech election result in the international press, with many outlets giving the result little coverage and others simply focusing on the expected fiscal austerity measures likely to be introduced by the right-wing coalition. Politicians long out of global spotlight.