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ACE Electoral News

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India: CEC pats officials for free-and-fair elections, The Times of India (2011)

The chief election commissioner of India (CEC), S Y Quraishi, congratulated seven appointed officials for their services during the last Madurai state assembly elections. According to the CEC, the elections were free and fair.

Haiti Election Stalemate Leaves U.S. with Few Options, CBS News (2010)

This article reports on the reactions of the United States of America to the political stalemate that followed the November elections in Haiti. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton stated that the authorities should not ignore the legitimate questions raised about the election.

Haiti: 'Sweet Mickey' warns supporters could hit streets again, Caribbean World News (2010)

This article reports on the statements of Michel 'Sweet Mickey' Martelly, Haitian presidential candidate, regarding future protests in the country. The presidential candidate stated that his supporters are ready to return to the streets. The Haiti Provisional Council announced a recount, and president Rene Preval asked the Organization of American States to assist in this operation.

La Côte d'Ivoire au bord du précipice

Guillaume Soro, premier ministre du gouvernement de d’Alassane Ouattara, n’a pas tenu sa promesse. La marche au siège de la RTI à mal tourné, les violences qui ont éclatées ont fait plusieurs morts et de nombreux blessés.

Cameroon Rivals Seek Support Before 2011 Poll Voanews (2010)

Even though the date has not been set, some candidates for next year’s election have started their campaign in Cameroon. The actual president Mr. Paul Biya has not officially declared that he was running for next year’s elections.

Lebanon: How to Run as a Candidate for Municipal Council (2016)

A short video on how to run for the municipal elections in Lebanon. Created by the UNDP Lebanese Elections Assistance Project.

Lebanon: Analyzing the 2010 Municipal Elections in Numbers (2016)

A short video that looks at the number of nominated and elected women candidates in the 2010 municipal elections in Lebanon. Created by the UNDP Lebanese Elections Assistance Project.

Lebanon: Women in Municipalities (2016)

A short documentary on the work of women elected officials in municipalities in Lebanon. Created by UNDP Lebanese Elections Assistance Project (LEAP).

Lebanon: Election Materials (2016)

A variety of materials related to elections and civic engagement in Lebanon. Created by the UNDP Lebanese Elections Assistance Project (LEAP).

Namibia prepares for Africa's first e-vote, Daily Nation (2014)

 

Mozambique: At Least 15 Injured in Nampula Clashes, AllAfrica (2014)

According to this report, at least 15 citizens were injured and properties were vandalised in the city of Nampula by supporters of the opposition party and former rebel movement Renamo.

Romanian election: Presidential run-off vote expected, BBC News (2014)

No presidential candidate has won an absolute majority of votes in the first round of the presidential elections in Romania and a second round will be held on 16 November 2014.

México: Los 8 criterios para la distritación electoral (2021)

Cápsula de INE Radio que describe cuáles son los criterios considerados para la delimitación de los distritos electorales en México. / INE's Radio information capsule on the criteria used in Mexico to draw electoral boundaries.

Brazil: Glossário Eleitoral (2023)

Brazil's Supreme Electoral Court [Tribunal Superior Eleitoral] presents this Glossary as a means to provide voters with information and encourage them to take part in the political life of their country through elections.

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Belgium: Flemish nationalists confirm leading position, Flanders News (2010)

This article reports on the latest opinion polls in the Flemish community in Belgium for the upcoming elections.

Burundi's Main Opposition Party Pulls out of Presidential Election, VOA (2010)

Following the five other parties who withdrew citing voting fraud in municipal elections Burundi's main opposition party has withdrawn from the June 28 presidential race. The governing party is now unopposed in the competition.

Solomon Islands: Mock exercises for election, Solomon Star (2010)

This article reports on the mock exercises that the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force is carrying out to prepare for the election day. This exercises must test the police's capability to respond to any circumstance.