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Guinea protests erupt over missed democracy deadline

Demonstrations in Guinea reflect heightened unrest due to the junta's failure to initiate democratic transitions, leading to one death and hundreds of arrests.

Myanmar junta to release prisoners to mark Independence Day DW 01/04/2025

Myanmar's military government releases thousands of prisoners under an amnesty, while Aung San Suu Kyi remains in detention amid ongoing political turmoil.

Guinea protests erupt over missed democracy deadline

Demonstrations in Guinea reflect heightened unrest due to the junta's failure to initiate democratic transitions, leading to one death and hundreds of arrests.

Myanmar junta to release prisoners to mark Independence Day DW 01/04/2025

Myanmar's military government releases thousands of prisoners under an amnesty, while Aung San Suu Kyi remains in detention amid ongoing political turmoil.
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Low turnout in Chad parliamentary election boycotted by opposition as military rule ends

Chad's recent elections signify a pivotal moment following military rule, with significant implications for democracy and governance.

Chad election marked by boycotts, low turnout and security challenges

The recent elections in Chad are viewed as an extension of military control under Mahamat Idriss Deby amidst widespread opposition boycott and low voter turnout.

Low turnout in Chad parliamentary election boycotted by opposition as military rule ends

Chad's recent elections signify a pivotal moment following military rule, with significant implications for democracy and governance.

Chad election marked by boycotts, low turnout and security challenges

The recent elections in Chad are viewed as an extension of military control under Mahamat Idriss Deby amidst widespread opposition boycott and low voter turnout.
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Voting under way in Chad's contentious parliamentary election

Chad's parliamentary election faces a boycott from opposition parties, raising questions about legitimacy and voter turnout amidst claims of pre-determined outcomes.

Chad goes to polls amid opposition boycott DW 12/29/2024

The opposition boycott has created an electoral advantage for candidates aligned with Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno in Chad's elections.

Voting under way in Chad's contentious parliamentary election

Chad's parliamentary election faces a boycott from opposition parties, raising questions about legitimacy and voter turnout amidst claims of pre-determined outcomes.

Chad goes to polls amid opposition boycott DW 12/29/2024

The opposition boycott has created an electoral advantage for candidates aligned with Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno in Chad's elections.
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A year after Niger's coup, split political loyalties test family ties

Some Nigeriens support military rulers despite skepticism towards their governance approach.
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Chad prime minister resigns after disputed vote winner confirmed

Success Masra resigns after losing to Mahamat Idriss Deby in presidential elections.

President vs Prime Minister: What's at stake in Chad presidential election?

Chadians head to the polls for a significant election post-Idriss Deby, transitioning from military rule to potential democracy.

Chad's Deby sworn in as president as Allamaye Halina named new PM

Mahamat Idriss Deby sworn in as president following disputed election, ending military rule in Chad.

Chad's military leader Itno declared president in results contested by rival

Chad's military leader, Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, declared winner in disputed election results.

Chad prime minister resigns after disputed vote winner confirmed

Success Masra resigns after losing to Mahamat Idriss Deby in presidential elections.

President vs Prime Minister: What's at stake in Chad presidential election?

Chadians head to the polls for a significant election post-Idriss Deby, transitioning from military rule to potential democracy.

Chad's Deby sworn in as president as Allamaye Halina named new PM

Mahamat Idriss Deby sworn in as president following disputed election, ending military rule in Chad.

Chad's military leader Itno declared president in results contested by rival

Chad's military leader, Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, declared winner in disputed election results.
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Democracy Teetering in African Countries Once Ruled by France

Democracy is in trouble in former French colonies in Africa
Support for democracy is declining in Africa while approval for military rule is rising

West African bloc ECOWAS lifts sanctions against Guinea, Mali

ECOWAS eases sanctions on Guinea, Mali, and Niger under military rule.
Nigeria calls for re-examining the approach to constitutional order in ECOWAS member states.
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