Tag: Civic Participation


  • From Parental Provider to Democratic Enabler: Botswana’s Challenge to Sustain Stability

    From Parental Provider to Democratic Enabler: Botswana’s Challenge to Sustain Stability

    Introduction: A Beacon at Risk For decades, Botswana has been lauded as Africa’s beacon of stability, a country praised for prudent governance and steady development. Yet the latest Afrobarometer findings from 2024 reveal a nuanced, troubling hint: public confidence in state mechanisms is eroding and the gap between expectations and outcomes is widening. The country’s…

  • From Parental Provider to Democratic Enabler: Botswana’s Democratic Shift

    From Parental Provider to Democratic Enabler: Botswana’s Democratic Shift

    Introduction: a Beacon under Scrutiny For decades, Botswana has been lauded as Africa’s stability model — a beacon of prudent governance, a thriving economy, and a robust democratic culture. Yet the latest Afrobarometer 2024 survey reveals a more nuanced picture: public sentiment about state performance is cooling, and citizens increasingly scrutinize how government actions translate…

  • Coast Region Ready for Smooth Election, RC Assures Citizens

    Coast Region Ready for Smooth Election, RC Assures Citizens

    Coast Region Ready for Smooth Election, RC Assures Citizens The Coast Region is set for a peaceful and orderly General Election, according to the Regional Commissioner, Mr. Abubakar Kunenge. In a briefing at the Kibaha Municipal Council, the RC outlined the steps taken to ensure voters experience a smooth democratic process tomorrow. Comprehensive Preparedness Across…

  • Kimara Voter Verification: Citizens Check Voter Lists Ahead of Elections

    Kimara Voter Verification: Citizens Check Voter Lists Ahead of Elections

    Kimara Voter Verification: A Community Check-In Ahead of the Elections As the sun rises over Kimara, the neighbourhood buzzes with a blend of civic anticipation and everyday life. In districts like Baruti, Korogwe, Kimara Mwisho, and Stopover, residents flock to posted voter lists to confirm that their names appear on the official rolls. This simple,…

  • Kimara Residents Verify Voter Lists Ahead of Elections

    Kimara Residents Verify Voter Lists Ahead of Elections

    Voter Verification Spreads Through Kimara’s Communities As the sun climbs over Kimara and the streets begin to buzz with daily activity, residents are turning a routine civic task into a communal moment. From Baruti to Korogwe, Kimara Mwisho and Stopover, people are flocking to posted voters’ lists to confirm their names and statuses in the…

  • Vaud Votes Roundup: Foreigners’ Rights Rejected, Small Parties Gain Ground

    Vaud Votes Roundup: Foreigners’ Rights Rejected, Small Parties Gain Ground

    Overview of the Vaud referendums Vaud voters faced a busy Sunday, weighing two main proposals on political rights and representation, alongside a suite of cultural and environmental issues. The constitutional framework in Vaud already requires foreigners to have resided in Switzerland for ten years and to be domiciled in the canton for at least three…

  • The Decline of American Democracy: A Comprehensive Analysis

    The Decline of American Democracy: A Comprehensive Analysis

    The decline of American democracy has become an increasingly discussed topic in recent years, with various commentators, scholars, and journalists weighing in on the alarming changes in the landscape of the political system. In particular, the recent book titled “Tomara que você seja deportado: uma viagem pela distopia americana” by journalist Jamil Chade stands out…