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Ivory Coast Opposition Demands Electoral Reform Ahead of 2025 Vote

Ivory Coast’s “Coalition for Peaceful Change” (CAP Côte d’Ivoire) has issued a strong call for comprehensive electoral reform in advance of the pivotal presidential election scheduled for October 25, 2025. This demand comes as the opposition seeks to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process. Among the key reforms sought by the recently formed coalition […]

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Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Sworn In as Namibia’s First Female President 

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has been inaugurated as Namibia’s first female president, marking a historic milestone for the nation. The swearing-in ceremony took place on March 21, 2025, coinciding with Namibia’s 35th Independence Day. The event, initially planned for the Independence Stadium, was relocated to the State House in Windhoek due to heavy rains.   At 72, Nandi-Ndaitwah […]

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John Dramani Mahama Declared Winner of Ghana’s 2024 Presidential Election

Accra, Ghana – December 9, 2024The Electoral Commission of Ghana has officially declared former President John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as the winner of the 2024 presidential election. Mahama secured 56.55% of the vote, defeating Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), who garnered 41.61%. This victory […]

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John Dramani Mahama Poised to Win Ghana’s 2024 Presidential Election

Accra, Ghana – December 8, 2024 Former President John Dramani Mahama is projected to win Ghana’s 2024 presidential election, according to multiple media outlets and party sources. The opposition leader of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is set to return to power after a competitive race against Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the candidate of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP). […]

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NDC Sweden Congratulates John Dramani Mahama on Election Victory

The Sweden Chapter of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) extends its heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, the President elect of the Republic of Ghana, and Vice President elect Prof. Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang, on their decisive victory in the December 7, 2024 elections. The chapter also celebrates the remarkable achievements of the […]

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Ghana Decides 2024: A Crucial Election in One of Africa’s Stable Democracies

As the sun rises on December 7, 2024, Ghanaians will head to the polls in what promises to be one of the most closely watched elections in the country’s history. Ghana, often celebrated as a beacon of democracy in Africa, has consistently showcased peaceful transitions of power, making this election yet another testament to its commitment […]

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