ACE Electoral News

ACE Electoral News

South Africa: Buthelezi leaves door open for chairperson, IOL (2011)

The article discusses the leadership battle within the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP). It is reported that the party leader, Mangosuthu Buthelezi is ready to reconcile after the chairperson to the party to court.

Analyst: CAR Voters Skeptical of Free, Fair Election Sunday, VOA News (2011)

This article discusses the results of a recent survey in the Central African Republic. According to the survey, which was conducted by Jean Louis Ndama, English professor at the University of Bangui, most of the people are skeptical about the upcoming elections and doubt that they will be free and fair.

Central African Republic's electoral body ready for polls, People's Daily Online (2011)

This article reports on the preparations for the January 23 elections in the Central African Republic. After many setbacks and delays, the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) finally announced that everything is ready for the elections. The Central African Armed Forces have made a huge contribution to securing the process and guarantee safety on Election Day, especially in the eastern regions where rebels are very active.

DR Congo parliament backs Kabila vote reform, Reuters (2011)

This article reports on the controversial electoral reform recently passed by the parliament in the Democratic Republic of Congo. President Kabila presented an electoral reform, introducing eight changes to the constitution, like, for example, the elimination of the second round of the presidential election. The opposition parties boycotted the sitting, arguing that this reform will overwhelmingly favor President Kabila in his re-election plans. Among other things, the reform also postpones plans to increase the number of provinces in the country to 26 from 11.

Congo scraps presidential run-off vote in step aiing Kabila, Bloomberg (2011)

This article discusses the electoral reform presented by President Kabila and recently passed the the parliament in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The reform consists of eight constitutional amendments, and it was strongly criticized by the opposition parties. The reform, they argue, will favor incumbent president Kabila in the November elections.

Portugal: Cavaco Silva set for re-election, The Portugal News (2011)

This article presents the latest opinion poll in Portugal. According to the poll, incumbent President Cavaco Silva is the frontrunner, and there will not be a second round. Mr Silva is supported by 62% of the people interviewed, while his main opponent, Socialist and Left-bloc candidate, Manuel Alegre is backed by almost 40% of the voters.

Moroccans vote on draft constitution that gives more power to Parliament, Bloomberg (2011)

This news article is about the Moroccans who will vote in a referendum today on a draft constitution drawn up at the orders of King Mohammed VI, with activists who demand a reduction in the monarch’s powers calling for a boycott of the vote. . Polls open at 8 a.m. local time and close at 7 p.m., with 13 million people eligible to vote. It’s not clear when results will be announced.

Zimbabwe's opposition parties ponder coalition, Mail & Guardian (2011)

The article reports on the possible coalition in Zimbabwe. It is reported that one of the opposition leaders has hinted on the possible coalition between opposition parties.

Main candidates for prime minister in Portugal’s election for a new government, The Washington Post (2011)

The article offers a brief look at the two main PM candidates in the upcoming Portugal election.

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Thailand: EC hoping to meet 30-day deadline, The Nation (2011).

This article discusses the Election Commission’s endorsement on remaining mp-elect for parliament to open within the 30-day deadline after the election.

Philippines: Comelec to implement reforms through 5-year program, The Philippine Star (2011).

This article discusses statement by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) on the Comelec Strategic Plan 2011-2016 (Comstrat) which aim to modernize, reform and redeem the integrity of the electoral management body.

Malaysia: Najib says government to allocate funds for EC's biometric system, The Brunei Times (2011).

This article discusses government’s agreement and fund allocation for the implementation of the biometric voter verification system.

Indonesia: Scandal exposes flaws in political party finance, The Jakarta Post (2011).

This article discusses political party finance in Indonesia over allegations of massive corruption conducted by Democratic Party former treasurer.

Indonesia: Parties propose rescheduled gubernatorial election in Aceh, The Jakarta Post (2011).

This article discusses Aceh’s local and national party agreement to the Constitutional Court’s proposal to the nomination of independent candidate on the condition that the gubernatorial election must be rescheduled.

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Iraq counts votes from first polls since US pullout, The Nation (2013)

Election officials began tallying votes on Sunday 21 April, from Iraq's first elections since US troops departed, a contest that served as a key test of its stability amid a spike in violence. More details in the source link below.

Singapore: PE: Candidates unveil election symbols, Channel News Asia (2011).

This article discusses election symbols of the presidential candidates to be printed on the ballot paper for the Singapore Presidential Elections to be conducted on August 27.

Singaporeans will vote for Tan, but which one? CNN (2011).

This article discusses the candidates to run the August 27th Singapore Presidential Elections. There are four candidates officially to contest the the election.