The number of female lawmakers in Nigeria’s parliament will fall by nearly half when legislators are sworn-in in early June.
International Democracy articles
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Economy As The ‘Next Trigger’ For Iran Protests
Although political unrest in Iran has subsided, millions of Iranians’ are still facing hardship and the situation appears to be getting worse.
More Effort Is Needed To Open Election Data Globally
In more than 20 countries, voter turnout data is unavailable from official sources or the Election Management Body online.
Ukraine Widens Anti-Corruption Raids
Ukraine has widened its anti-corruption dragnet as pressure mounts on the country’s authorities to clean up its public finances.
How Young Voters Can Shake Up Nigeria’s Next Election
On February 25 Nigerians will choose a successor to Buhari, whose eight years in power have been blighted by steep economic decay.
How Modern Military Technology Reduces Probability Of Democratisation
The spread of military technologies is an inhibitor to democratic reform. This raises serious questions regarding the future.
The Women Of Iran Are Not Backing Down
In a country where the Persian language prioritizes the female in its sentences women are finally demanding their rights be prioritized.
Hong Kong Tightening Its Grip On Foreign Journalists
With the arrest of Japanese photographer Michiko Kiseki Hong Kong’s media repression has been expanded to foreign journalists.
In Cameroon, Investigative Journalists Want More Protection
After the murder of their colleague Martinez Zogo, a government critic, Cameroonian journalists have said they won’t be intimidated…
Zimbabwe Opposition Warns Of Regime Election Violence
The leader of Zimbabwe’s main opposition party has warned of…repression by the ruling Zanu-PF party to ensure victory in elections.