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Former Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) lawmakers Mike Venaani, Reggie Diergaardt, Charmaine Tjirare, Yvette Araes, Hidipo Hamata, and Maximalliant Katjimune have taken their party, the Electoral Commission of Namibia, and the National Assembly to court, demanding over N$1.5 million each. They claim they were unlawfully excluded from Parliament after
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The State of Kuwait has been witnessing various significant developments and milestone achievements since its ruler, Sheikh Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, visited Britain in 1935 to discuss boosting bilateral ties. The country has since then experienced a robust growth trajectory, marked by various strategic initiatives, infrastructure developments, and improvements in its
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The proposal, presented by National Assembly Vice Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Thanh, aims to shorten the tenure of the 15th NA and People's Councils at all levels for the 2021-2026 term, from July 2026 to early April 2026. This change is intended to allow for the prompt consolidation of
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Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is working closely with the National Assembly to implement electoral reforms in the country. The commission has forwarded eight of 142 recommendations from its review of the 2023 general election to the National Assembly for constitutional and electoral amendments. INEC Chairman Professor
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Members of the National Assembly in Namibia commenced a week-long induction and orientation seminar in Swakopmund, aimed at familiarizing first-time lawmakers with their roles, including parliamentary protocol, diplomacy, and etiquette. The comprehensive workshop will cover various topics such as the laws and operations of the Namibian Parliament, the role of
Biya, Paul
Cameroon's president, Paul Biya, has announced his candidacy for the 2025 presidential election, defying his 93 age and the opposition's outcry. To pave the way for his potential win, the country's parliament has approved a bill to delay the parliamentary and municipal elections until
Biya, Paul
As Cameroon's President Paul Biya approaches his 93rd birthday, he has confirmed he will contest the next presidential election, despite opposition protests and potential challenges in the electoral process. Biya's ruling party, the Cameroon People's Democratic Movement (CPDM), has dominated the country's
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The ruling All Progressives Congress party retained its control of the Nigerian parliament with the election of its consensus candidates as Senate president and speaker of the House of Representatives. Godswill Akpabio was elected as the new Senate president and Tajudeen Abbas as the House speaker, both of whom were
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Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen, who has been in power for 38 years, announced plans to amend the country's election law to bar individuals who fail to vote from running as candidates in future elections. This move follows the main opposition party's disbanding and the refusal
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A confirmation has emerged that minority lawmakers in the National Assembly are planning to take control of the leadership positions in the House of Representatives, potentially upstaging the majority party, the All Progressives Congress (APC). The opposition parties, including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), and New Nigeria
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As Nigeria's political landscape continues to unfold, opposition lawmakers in the House of Representatives are considering a historic shift in the power dynamic. With the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) facing intense competition from opposition parties, a member of the opposition caucus revealed that the caucus is mulling
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During the official visit to Cuba by Vietnam's National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue, a meeting between the Vietnam Women's Union (VWU) and the Cuban Women's Union (CWU) took place. CWU member Phuong congratulated CWU on its achievements and contributions to the revolutionary cause,
