Activists
The bipartisan bill, introduced by Representatives Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL-26) and Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25), aims to rename the street in front of the Cuban Regime's Embassy in Washington, D.C. as "Oswaldo Paya Way" in honor of Cuba's slain pro-democracy activist and leader of
Local government
As council tax bill rises hit 5% for the third year in a row, a parliamentary inquiry has concluded that the current broken link between the local charge and the quality of services risks undermining local democracy. Critics argue that the tax, still based on property values from 1991, is
Activists
Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi, a prominent pro-democracy advocate, was charged with unlawful possession of ammunition in a case linked to his alleged role in opposition protests. The activist, who has 2 million followers on social media platform X, has been a vocal critic of successive Kenyan governments, and his arrest
Ex-presidents
A two-day meeting of the CPN-UML politburo saw intense debates over whether former President Bidya Devi Bhandari should be allowed to participate in active party politics, with some leaders arguing that her actions do not exceed the boundaries set by party chair KP Sharma Oli in the past. The meeting
Local government
Plans to include 16-year-olds in the voting rights have been announced by the government, with a focus on modernizing democracy and increasing participation in elections. The move, part of the Government's efforts to 'modernise our democracy', aims to make voting more accessible and inclusive. Ministers have
Local government
The British government plans to introduce a bill before 2029 that will grant 16 and 17-year-olds the right to vote, according to a written statement. However, this decision has been met with criticism from Conservative MP Paul Holmes, who questioned why 16-year-olds can vote but not buy lottery tickets, drink
Local government
PA Ministers have announced plans to introduce a Bill that will extend the right to vote to 16 and 17-year-olds, with the legislation expected to be in place before the next general election in 2029. This move aims to bring the UK in line with Scotland and Wales, where 16-year-olds
Local government
The UK Government has announced plans to lower the voting age to 16 in UK Parliament elections, a move that has been met with criticism from opposition MPs. Conservative MPs have questioned the Government's decision, citing inconsistencies in their position on the age of majority. Democracy Minister Rushanara
Ex-presidents
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has stated that Nigeria's constitution is not the country's problem, but rather the operators of the constitution are the key to good governance and the promotion of the welfare and wellbeing of the citizenry. He made the remarks at the opening of
Ex-presidents
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has emphasized the importance of adhering to the existing constitution of Nigeria, rather than seeking a new one, in a letter to Chief Emeka Anyaoku, Chairman of the National Summit on the Future of Nigeria's Constitutional Democracy. According to Obasanjo, the solution to Nigeria&
Democracy
As Ghana navigates recent developments marked by rising political tensions, pockets of violence, and inflammatory rhetoric, the country's democratic reputation is at stake. The nation's peaceful transitions, constitutional governance, and political tolerance since 1992 are being eroded by electoral disagreements, partisan clashes, and growing polarization on
Local government
The Valley Leadership Academy in Bacup is planning to introduce a remote teaching arrangement for some of its top set students in years 9-11, where a virtual teacher will deliver maths lessons from a location outside of the classroom. The school has confirmed that a qualified teacher will be present
