Tag: Election
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Tanzania Election Crackdown: Unlawful Lethal Force Allegations
Background to the Tanzania Election Protests As Tanzania conducted heated local and national elections, observers and residents reported mass protests across several cities. Claims quickly emerged that security forces responded with excessive force, raising serious questions about civil liberties, the right to peaceful assembly, and state accountability. While authorities have cited security concerns and public…
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New Leadership Takes Charge in Volleyball as Keotsene Edges Past Magang in Tight Vote
New Leadership Emerges After a Turbulent Chapter The national volleyball community is stepping into a new era following a closely contested election that brought a change at the helm of the federation. A motion of no confidence against the Tsoseletso Magang-led executive committee in August precipitated upheaval, and over the weekend, the vote concluded with…
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High-stakes Ugunja by-election: 11 candidates vie to replace Wandayi
Overview: a pivotal race as November 27 approaches With the Ugunja Parliamentary by-election just days away, the contest has narrowed into a high-stakes race to succeed Raila Odinga’s former ally, Wandayi. Eleven candidates are on the ballot, each presenting a bundle of development promises, from infrastructure and job creation to healthcare and education improvements. The…
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Victoria Liberal Party Must Modernize to Stay Relevant
Introduction: A Turning Point or a Tempting Mirage? On the morning of Tuesday, November 18, at Victoria’s Parliament House, the political conversation shifted as leadership and legitimacy were foregrounded by a powerful quote from Desmond Tutu: “Hope is being able to see light despite all the darkness.” The moment felt like more than rhetoric; it…
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EU Militarisation and Ireland’s Wake-Up Call: Catherine Connolly’s Warning
EU Militarisation: A Growing Concern Among Irish Voters The Independent presidential candidate Catherine Connolly has voiced a pointed concern about the European Union’s shifting priorities, arguing that the bloc is moving toward greater militarisation at a time when social welfare investment is being squeezed. In a recent appearance on Katie Hannon Interview Live, Connolly framed…
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Tragedy in Karur Veluchamipuram: Stampede at Election Rally Kills 41
Overview of the Tragedy A deadly stampede at a political campaign rally in Veluchamipuram, located in Karur district, claimed 41 lives on the night of September 27. As families mourn, the disaster has spotlighted the fragile balance between mass mobilization and public safety at election events. Community members describe a scene of sudden chaos, with…
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Live First Round: Geneva Council of State Election Coverage
Live coverage kicks off from the Canons de la Vieille-Ville Geneva voters head to the polls this Sunday for the first round of the supplementary election to the Geneva Council of State, the canton’s executive body. Ten candidates are vying to replace Antonio Hodgers, who is stepping down after years in office. In addition to…
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Political Landscape Shifts: Gapet Between Swedish Political Blocks Narrows
The Current Political Landscape in Sweden Recent polling data from Aftonbladet/Demoskop reveals that the gap between the political blocks in Sweden has shrunk to its lowest point in 1.5 years, now sitting at just 5.5 percentage points. This significant shift could reshape the political dynamics as the country approaches the next election. Declining Support for…
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The Green Party Faces Right-Wing Challenges in Geneva Council Election
Introduction The recent resignation of Antonio Hodgers, who served twelve years on the Geneva Council, has ignited a competitive election for his seat, with significant implications for the Green Party (Les Verts). Historically, the Greens have maintained at least one representative in the executive branch since 1997. As this election approaches, the stakes are higher…
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Vijay’s Campaign in Ariyalur: 25 Conditions for Approval
Introduction In a significant development for Tamil Nadu’s political landscape, actor-turned-politician Vijay has received permission to conduct his campaign in Ariyalur. However, this approval comes with 25 stringent conditions that aim to ensure the orderly conduct of the campaign. As Vijay embarks on this political journey with his newly formed party, Tamil Nadu Victory Party,…