ACE Electoral News

ACE Electoral News

Nauruans likely to have elections again soon, Radio Australia News (2010)

Tha 18 member parliament is still facing a political stalemate. The government, however, refused to dissolve the assembly.

Georgian Lawyers Demand Changes To Electoral Laws, RFE/RL (2010)

The article writes that dozens of Georgian lawyers are protesting in Tbilisi, to demand electoral law amendments before May 40 local elections.

Georgia: Labor Party Calls on Opposition to Boycott Elections, Civil.ge (2010)

The article informs that the head of Georgia's Labor Party has again called other opposition parties to withdraw their candidacies and boycott upcoming local elections on May 30, 2010.

Kazakh President Handed 'Leader Of The Nation' Status, RFE/RL (2010)

The article writes that Kazakhstan's parliament has adopted constitutional amendments granting President Nursultan Nazarbaev the status of "Leader of the nation". This status gives Nazarvayev lifelong immunity from investigation or prosecution, and other advantages.

Constitutional Crunch Time In Kyrgyzstan, RFE/RL (2010)

"Is Kyrgyzstan about to re-establish its image as the most democratic state in Central Asia, or will the interim government only worsen the spirit of discontent?" - is the central question posed in the article. This week a special council is releasing a draft of the new constitution up for approval in a national referendum in late June.

Burkina Faso opposition fight moves to extend president's rule, Times Live (2010)

This article discusses opposition parties' efforts to enforce presidential term limits in Burkina Faso. The next presidential election will be held in November. (From AFP)

Guinea to uphold 27 June election date, Afrique en ligne (2010)

This article discusses the Interim Head of State's commitment to upholding the June 27 presidential election date. It also discusses some of the challenges in preparing for the upcoming election.

South Korea: Barred from local elections, Korea Times (2010)

The National Election Commission declared Kim Jong-il illegible to run for re-election as the Governor of the Rebel-Held Territories (RHT). This decision created some political turmoil in the region.

Opposition Calls for Delay in Rwandan Poll, VOA (2010)

Opposition parties are calling for a postponement of the August 9 presidential elections in Rwanda. The opposition has cited political repression as the reason for their requested delay.

Nigerian President Sets Priorities for His Administration, VOA (2010)

This article discusses Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan's new set of priorites which makes electoral reform a top concern.

Nigeria: 2011 ELECTIONS: We can’t guarantee security – Police Affairs Minister, Nigerian Tribune (2010)

This article discusses the police response to the possible violence associated with the 2011 elections in Nigeria.

Trinidad and Tobago: Making money for general election, Trinidad News (2010)

This article denounces the high costs of the parties' campaigns. The major beneficiary of the elections will be the communication sector: in a few months millions of dollars will be spent for advertising.

Somaliland: Election date announced while ID cards are handed out, Somaliland Press (2010)

The new biometric voter ID cards have been distributed to their rightful owners days after arriving from the Republic of South Africa.

Somaliland: President approves election date, Somaliland Press (2010)

Somaliland President Dahir Rayale issued a decree on Saturday 15 May saying presidential elections will be held on June 26, 2010, approving the proposed date by the NEC.

Youth vote critical in upcoming Suriname election, NRC Handelsblad (2010)

Suriname will elected a new parliament on May 25. During the campaign, the parties realized that young people's votes will make the difference.

Mauritania's ex-president heads new political party, Global Times (2010)

Former Mauritanian president Ely Ould Mohamed Vall was chosen to lead a new political party, the Alternative Forces Party for Democracy and Liberty (PFADL), the party announced in a statement on Friday 15 May.

Botswana: BMD creates youth league, Mmegi (2010)

As the hype around the birth of the Botswana Movement for Democracy ensues, the organisation has announced that it has created a youth league, whose constitution is currently being drafted.

Singapore calls general election, BBC (2011)

This article reports Singapore will hold its 14th General Election (GE) on May 7. It also reports that nomination day is fixed on Wednesday, April 27, followed by polling day on Saturday, May 7.

Zimbabwe: World 'mustn't let Mugabe rig election', News24 (2012)

In this article Zimbabwe Prime Minister, Morgan Tsvangirai urges the world not to allow President Robert Mugabe to rig future elections. He called on the world to insist on the necessary reforms to create a conducive environment for free and fair elections.

Albania: Electoral Code (2010)

This document is an English translation of the Albanian Electoral Code as of 21 June 2010. The document was produced by the OSCE mission to Albania.