Stories about Elections from December, 2024
Surprising developments from Ghana’s 2024 elections and other elections in Africa
Increasingly, citizens are prioritizing accountability and performance over party loyalty, using their votes and voices to demand change from governments that fail to address corruption, inefficiency, and unmet promises.
Turkey's environmental activist is among BBC's 100 inspiring and influential women
Experts say while climate change or excessive weather conditions may have had a role to play, environmental disasters were the result of poor planning and incorrect decisions at government level.
Turkey’s main opposition political party protests the detention of its elected mayor
According to documentation by local civil society, since 2016, the ruling government has removed over 140 mayors, replacing them with government appointed trustees.
Protests continue in Georgia despite police crackdown
In response to ongoing protests and the ruling Georgia Dream government's disproportionate and violent response, several countries have issued sanctions against high ranking government officials.
Gabon: New constitution closes chapter on Bongo family’s reign
On November 16, 2024, more than a year after military officers seized control of Gabon, Gabonese citizens will have the opportunity to vote in a referendum for a new constitution.
