Uganda: Journalist Ivan Tsebeni Declares Bid for Namisindwa District Speaker
Ivan Tsebeni, a journalist, has announced his candidacy for the Speaker of Namisindwa District Council, focusing on transparency and accountable leadership.
VRK: After the 2027 elections, the number of council members will change in three municipalities
The Lithuanian electoral commission announced a reduction in council members for two municipalities and an increase for one after the 2027 elections.
VRK Determines the Number of Municipal Council Members to be Elected: Changes in Three Municipalities
The VRK has announced changes to the number of municipal council members to be elected in three municipalities in Lithuania ahead of the 2027 local elections.
Nigeria: Abuja Council Polls: a Dress Rehearsal for 2027?
The recent council elections in Abuja highlighted significant logistical issues and served as a precursor to future elections under Nigeria's newly amended Electoral Act.
Tomasz Zalasiński: Primary elections will not fully heal the KRS, but will allow the procedure for selecting judges to be depoliticized
Tomasz Zalasiński discusses the upcoming primary elections for the National Council of the Judiciary (KRS) in Poland and their implications for depoliticizing the judiciary.
District Election 2026 in the Freising District: Young People Discuss with the Candidates
Young people in the Freising district are set to engage in discussions with candidates for the upcoming district elections, organized by the local youth council and a major newspaper.
Haiti police stretched by gangs as key election is planned
Haiti's National Police are preparing to ensure safety for upcoming elections amid ongoing gang violence in the country.
The Candidate List in Reykjanesbær Confirmed
The Independence Party's candidate list for the upcoming elections in Reykjanesbær has been confirmed by the party's representative council.
"These will be very exciting elections"
Political scientist Ólafur Þ. Harðarson predicts an exciting and potentially pivotal city council election in Reykjavík, with new party dynamics emerging according to recent polls.
Latvian Civic Alliance Elects New Council
The Latvian Civic Alliance has elected a new council during its general meeting, establishing a new ethics council and setting priorities for civil society until 2026.
Municipal Elections 2026: The State Council Confirms the Classification of LFI as 'Far Left'
The State Council of France has confirmed the classification of the LFI party as 'far left' and the UDR party as 'far right' for the upcoming municipal elections in March 2026.
After 16 years, he wants to end the conflictual management style. Mayoral candidate Roman Vaľo explains how he wants to change Rimavská Sobota
Roman Vaľo, a current city council member and head of Progressive Slovakia in the region, is running for mayor of Rimavská Sobota, aiming to initiate significant changes after a long-standing leadership.
List of 15 judges recommended to the KRS by Iustitia
The largest association of Polish judges, Iustitia, has presented a list of 15 judges it supports for elections to the National Judiciary Council (KRS), which is also backed by other associations defending independent courts.
RANNAR RABA ⟩ It is not the state's business where Maano Koemets sleeps
Maano Koemets faces legal challenges concerning his eligibility to hold public office due to claims of residing outside the municipality where he serves as a council chair.
City council member who did not receive favor celebrates renewal
City council member Friðjón R. Friðjónsson expresses contentment in taking a backseat role in politics despite not being favored by the nomination committee.
Analysis: The government's winged climate fix has cost Denmark its climate goal
The Danish government's approach to climate policy has come under severe criticism from the Climate Council, which suggests that the administration is failing to meet its 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target.
Olawepo-Hashim slams FCT poll results as political illusion
Presidential aspirant Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim denounces the recent FCT Area Council election results, calling them a 'political illusion.'
Bartosz Pilitowski: The election of judges to the KRS is not 'rocket science' but a test of the state's seriousness
Bartosz Pilitowski discusses the upcoming election of judges to the National Council of the Judiciary (KRS) in Poland, emphasizing the need for clear procedures and respect for judges' will to avoid further crises in the judicial system.
Gūtmanis re-elected as Chairman of the Board of LOSP
Guntis Gūtmanis has been re-elected as the Chairman of the Board of the Agricultural Organizations Cooperation Council (LOSP) during a recent assembly.
Engagement in the Catholic Church: 'My motivation is that something changes from the bottom up'
Volunteers in Catholic parishes are facing challenges as they deal with community frustrations regarding issues such as abuse scandals and gender inequality within the church, ahead of upcoming elections for parish councils in Bavaria.
SZ Podcast 'Hey Munich': Why does an influencer want to enter the city council?
Influencer Philip Windsperger aims to transition from social media to a political role by running for a spot in the Munich city council.
FCT poll: Strengthen electoral integrity, observers urge INEC
Election observers in Nigeria have called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to enhance electoral integrity after assessing the recent Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.
Central African Republic: Central African Republic Enters 'Decisive' Phase After Landmark Elections
The Central African Republic marks a crucial phase in its peace process following landmark elections deemed extensive and significant by UN officials.
In the Saeima elections, 158 polling stations will be available in Riga
Riga will have 158 polling stations for the upcoming Saeima elections this fall, as confirmed by the Riga City Council's recent decision.
Pre-elections for the National Judiciary Council. The Coalition has prepared a resolution. PiS is going to the Constitutional Tribunal
The current Polish coalition government has introduced a resolution concerning pre-elections for members of the National Judiciary Council in response to a presidential veto on proposed changes to the judiciary election process.
Uncertain draw, safe exit: an instruction manual will define how the members who will leave the National Electoral Council will be chosen in 2026
An instruction manual will determine how the draw for selecting two main and substitute members to leave Ecuador's National Electoral Council in 2026 will be conducted.
Britain.. A popular campaign to support candidates who advocate for Palestine in local elections
A grassroots campaign in the UK aims to support local candidates advocating for Palestine ahead of the 2026 local council elections, initiated by former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.
Local Election: Candidate on CSU City Council List Switches to AfD
A candidate from the CSU's city council list in Haar has switched to the AfD party just weeks before the March local elections, causing turmoil within the CSU.
Amid the elections of the Regional Council of Social Work, a debate on the challenges of the profession takes place this Tuesday, 24, in Santarém
A conversation circle addressing the challenges faced by social workers is set to take place in Santarém, Brazil, coinciding with the elections of the Regional Council of Social Work.
Nigeria: EFCC Arrests 20 Suspects for Vote Buying, Other Electoral Offences
The EFCC arrested 20 individuals during the FCT area council elections for various electoral offences, including vote buying.
City-owned subsidiary: "München Ticket" is facing insolvency
The city service company "München Ticket" is reportedly on the brink of insolvency, with a decision needed from the city council before the upcoming local elections.
Significant Cleanups Planned for City Council Team xD
Significant cleanups are planned for the City Council of the Independence Party in Iceland, with no current representatives but two candidates likely to be favored by the nomination committee.
The candidacy is called The Left and Finnur will be in the sixth position
The Left movement in Iceland, has announced its candidacy for the upcoming city council elections in Reykjavik, led by Sanna Magdalena, with Finnur positioned sixth on the list.
Somalia: Somali President Chairs Talks With Future Council Amid Dispute Over Elections
In Somalia, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is leading discussions with the opposition-aligned Somali Future Council regarding the country's electoral framework amid rising political tensions.
Somalia: Somalia President, Opposition Council Fail to Reach Deal in Talks
Talks between Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and the opposition Future Council ended without agreement on key political issues.
FCT poll: Nigerians now know ruling, real opposition parties – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, praised President Bola Tinubu for the successful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja, which showcased the political landscape of Nigeria.
EFCC arrests 20 over electoral fraud in FCT council polls, recovers over N17m
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested 20 individuals for electoral fraud during the Federal Capital Territory local government elections and recovered over 17 million Naira intended for vote buying.
FCT poll: INEC begins manual, electronic result collation at Kubwa centre
INEC has started the process of manually and electronically collating results at the Kubwa Registration Area Centre for the FCT Area Council Elections.
FCT poll: Real Nigerians have spoken, Keyamo dismisses critics
Festus Keyamo, Nigeria's Minister of Aviation, commended residents of the Federal Capital Territory for their participation in area council elections while criticizing those who claim to represent national opinions without a mandate.
Elections in Mendoza: what is being voted on today, Sunday, February 22
Today, citizens in several departments of Mendoza, Argentina, are voting to renew local council seats.
FULL LIST: APC wins five FCT councils, PDP one
The All Progressives Congress won five out of six chairmanship seats in the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections, with the Peoples Democratic Party winning one.
FCT poll: PDP pressures INEC over pending Kuje results
The PDP is urging the INEC to promptly announce the pending results for the Kuje Area Council chairmanship election due to concerns over delays that could lead to manipulation.
FCT poll: Kuje chairmanship result delayed by two wards — INEC
The announcement of the Kuje Area Council chairmanship result has been delayed due to collation challenges in two wards, according to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
PDP unveils legal team to challenge FCT council polls
The Peoples Democratic Party has formed a legal team to address election disputes from the recent FCT Area Council elections, following mixed results against their expectations.
FCT poll: APC candidate wins Abaji Area Council chairmanship election
Umar Abdullahi Abubakar of the APC has been declared the winner of the chairmanship election for the Abaji Area Council in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.
BREAKING: APC candidate wins AMAC chairmanship election in FCT
Christopher Maikalangu of the All Progressives Congress has been declared the winner of the Abuja Municipal Area Council chairmanship election, securing over 40,000 votes.
Another electoral test for Milei: six communes in Mendoza elect their legislative representatives this Sunday
On Sunday, six communes in Mendoza, Argentina, are set to hold elections to renew half of their legislative council seats amid concerns about voter turnout due to the summer recess and the school year starting.
Votes sold for up to ₦10,000 in FCT poll — CSO
An election monitoring group in Nigeria claimed that votes were sold for as much as ₦10,000 during the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.
FCT poll: INEC uploads chairmanship results on IReV
The Independent National Electoral Commission has started posting results for the Federal Capital Territory Area Council chairmanship elections on its Result Viewing portal.
CSO faults FCT council poll, laments low turnout, other irregularities
A civil society organization criticized the recent Federal Capital Territory elections for low voter turnout and irregularities, despite the election being largely peaceful.