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Namibia's first female president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah stands with her fist in the air. She is smiling and wears a green outfit and sunglasses. There are three women next to hear and a bouquet of flowers in front of her.

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Namibia’s First Female President Appoints New Women-Majority Cabinet

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reduced the number of ministries, citing the need to reduce the cost of governance and improve efficiency.

A voter casting ballot at Algerian polling station with a national flag mural in background.

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The Ballot Didn't Tell the Whole Story in Africa's Year of Elections

Save for a few countries, the 15 major African elections in 2024 reinforce the idea that incumbent governments and parties will do anything to remain in power.

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elections 2024 Stories

Namibia’s First Female President Appoints New Women-Majority Cabinet

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reduced the number of ministries, citing the need to reduce the cost of governance and improve efficiency.

The Ballot Didn't Tell the Whole Story in Africa's Year of Elections

Save for a few countries, the 15 major African elections in 2024 reinforce the idea that incumbent governments and parties will do anything to remain in power.

Prison Breaks and Deaths Follow Disputed Election Ruling in Mozambique

The constitutional court's decision to uphold the disputed election results has sparked fresh protests across Mozambique, deepening post-election turmoil.

Dozens Arrested Amidst Post-Election Chaos in Ghana

Although limited, the disorderly conduct has seen supporters of the incoming president’s party attack several state institutions, injuring police and military personnel in the process.

Ghana Elects First Female Vice President as Opposition Wins Election

The NDC’s pair of John Mahama and Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang have won the presidential elections in Ghana.

These Are The Key Faces Shaping Namibia’s Upcoming Elections

As Namibia prepares for the polls on November 27, the ruling party faces the challenge of securing victory in the face of declining public confidence.

Duma Boko's UDC Ends Botswana Ruling Party’s Decades-Long Hold On Power

Outgoing president Mokgweetsi Masisi has conceded defeat, promising to work with the incoming leader for the betterment of Botswana.

Protests in Mozambique after Ruling Party Candidate is Declared Winner of Presidential Election

Mozambique's electoral commission says Frelimo’s Daniel Chapo is the winner of the October 9 vote by more than 70 percent.

Kais Saied Secures Second Term in Tunisia’s Contested Election

Critics fear a return to one-man-rule while others anticipate that the election’s low voter turnout has served to delegitimize Kais Saied’s government.

Young Tunisians Hold More Fears Than Hopes for the Upcoming Presidential Election

Young Tunisian activists tell OkayAfrica about their electoral predictions and what another President Kais Saied term would mean for the country’s democracy, economy and ongoing tensions with Sub-Saharan Africans.

Negative Reactions Trail Postponement of Long-Delayed Election in South Sudan

The country’s transition government, led by President Salva Kiir, said it needs more time to complete “essential tasks” before the election can be held.

In Algeria, Three Candidates Contend in the Presidential Race

This election serves as a referendum on President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s government. But does the people’s voice have a real chance?