ACE Electoral News

ACE Electoral News

Nigeria: Grand coalition of election observers to be launched in Nigeria Afrique en ligne (Fevrier 2011)

In order to secure the electoral processes in the sub-region, a coalition of observers known as the West African Election Observers Network (WAEON) has been put in place in Abuja to provide technical support for non-partisan election.

Hong Kong: Chief Executive Election Guidelines (2012)

The electoral guidelines for the election of a Chief Executive in Hong Kong. This is the official translation and was updated in 2012

Israel: Summary of laws related to elections (2012)

A summary of Israeli laws related to elections

Elections 2009 - Some Voters Undecided on Casting Their Ballot, AEP (2009)

With only one week left before the Presidential and National elections take place, there are mixed feelings amongst the public about voting, with some having total apathy, while others are actively involved and campaigning for their favoured political parties.

Namibia’s Swapo Party Set to Extend Its Rule as Voting Begins, Bloomberg (2009)

Namibians began voting today in elections that the South West African People’s Organization, which led the nation’s fight for independence, is favourite to win, extending its hold on power since 1990.

Parties wrap up in Karas, New Era (2009)

Although political parties can continue to campaign until November 25, most reported that they have wrapped up their activities, and are ready for the polls.

Polling ends in Nambia, counting begins, AEP (2009)

Voting has officially ended in Namibia’s 2009 presidential and parliamentary elections. Counting has already started in most polling stations across the country.

Earliest result expected Tuesday, AEP (2009)

Namibia flagEarliest result expected Tuesday, Although voting ends officially Saturday eveningat 21:00 hours, the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has said that the earliest result will only be expected on Tuesday

Mozambique opposition party demands fresh election, Reuters (2009)

Mozambique's main opposition party, Renamo, on Tuesday rejected the election victory of President Armando Guebuza, saying a fresh poll must be held because last month's vote was rigged.

Kenya:Rift Valley MPs woo Western ahead of 2012, The Standard(2009)

Rift Valley MPs trooped to Western and declared interest in forming an alliance with the province ahead of the 2012 General Election. They said it was evident their friendship with Nyanza Province was "in the red" following a fallout between them and Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

Uganda: ‘Rwandans want to vote in Ntungamo’, Monitor Online (2009)

Ntungamo Resident District Commissioner Peter Kibondo Rwakifari has dismissed claims that Rwandan nationals were registering as voters in Ruhaama and Rushenyi constituencies. The RDC was responding to fears expressed by residents in the areas that Rwandans are crossing over to register for the forthcoming general elections, arguing that this may create more ghost voters.

Swiss voters back ban on minarets, BBC News (2009)

In the most recent referendum, more than 57% of Swiss voters supported the proposal backed by the Swiss People's Party to ban the construction of minarets.

Uruguay:Exit polls: Ex-guerrilla wins Uruguay presidency, CNN (2009)

Jose "Pepe" Mujica won Uruguay's presidential runoff election Sunday, exit polls showed.

Myanmar: Tokyo Support for NLD Stand on 2010 Election

This article deals with the support for National League for Democracy (NLD) for its participation in the election planned for 2010 from participants in a symposium in Tokyo.

Myanmar: Here Today, Gone Tomorrow, The Irrawaddy (2009).

This article deals with political parties in Myanmar since the election held in 1922.

Uruguay: U.S. congratulates Jose Mujica on election as Uruguay president,RIA Novosti (2009)

The U.S goverment congratuladed to the former new President of Uruguay, Jose Mujica.

Uruguay:José Mujica Victorious in Uruguay's Roundoff Election, Americas Society (2009)

Article that describes the last win on the second round in the Presidential Election in Uruguay.

Tanzania:Next General election to gobble up Sh130bn, The Citizen (2009)

Addressing the Editors Forum organized by the National Electoral Commission (NEC), the NEC Director, Mr Rajab Kiravu said that the number of eligible voters would increase from over 15.9 million in 2005 to 21 million in 2010. "The costs are high because we're expecting to have 55,000 polling stations, each with not more than 400 voters and each station will be manned by 4 officers", he explained.

Ethiopia: Prominent political figures join UDJ, The Reporter (2009)

During a press briefing at Ghion Hotel Dr. Negasso said, “Today, November 26, I stand here before you with great courage, great pride and great happiness to announce officially that as an Ethiopian whose rights are enshrined in the Constitution I have decided to become a member of the Unity for Democracy and Justice Party.” “In the past few years I have come to understand two things. One is the love and admiration various sections of the society and the country’s nations and nationalities have expressed for me. For me, this love and admiration is a big asset and resource. The second is the realization that a message is being conveyed through this love and admiration namely that it is their wish that I serve the nations and nationalities of Ethiopia equally without discrimination. It is my belief that my decision affirms that I have heard and heed the message of the people,” Dr. Negasso said.

Uganda: Electoral Commission Members Sworn in on 17th November 2009, EC (2009)

Six members of the Electoral Commission have been sworn in by the Deputy Chief Justice, Lady Leticia Kikonyogo to serve a seven year term. They include Eng. Dr. Badru M. Kiggundu (Chairman), Joseph Biribonwa (Deputy Chairman), Tom W. Buruku (Member), Dr. Jenny B. Okello (Member), Steven Ongaria (Member) and a new member, Justine Mugabi (Member). The seventh commissioner, Amb. Dr. Tomasi Sisye Kiryapawo (appointed in 2006) is still serving his first term.