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Voters in October to select 30 members of the 45-seat Shura Council.
Elections
A local journalist covering Zimbabwe’s 2018 election records people’s hopes for change despite the fear of violence.
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Rights groups accuse President Daniel Ortega of cracking down on potential opponents ahead of November vote.
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Ariel Henry’s pledge comes as Haiti faces ongoing political instability after President Jovenel Moise’s killing.
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Pedro Castillo is sworn in as president amid a coronavirus crisis, deep societal divisions and political instability.
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Former teachers’ union leader faces challenges of forming a cabinet, tackling COVID-19 crisis and uniting the nation.
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President Daniel Ortega faces international rebuke for cracking down on potential opponents ahead of November elections.
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Peruvian President-elect Pedro Castillo’s victory is confirmed after weeks of uncertainty that fuelled deep divisions.
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The 51-year-old former rural teacher has promised to create a fairer and more equitable country.
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Leftist Pedro Castillo is expected to be confirmed as Peru’s president this month, but many of his policies are unclear.
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In honour of longtime congressman, President Joe Biden again urges Congress to pass legislation defending right to vote.
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Muqtada al-Sadr says he is withdrawing support from current government and the one that will be elected to replace it.
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A battle is unfolding between Democrats and Republicans over changes to voting access. Here’s what is being proposed.
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Texas legislators go to Washington and call on US President Joe Biden and Congress to counter state voting restrictions.