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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

2027 election will be Nigerians versus APC โ€“ ADC chieftain, Rhodes-Vivour

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, critiques Lagos State governance as a 'military democracy' while discussing his political aspirations and recent events.

Mar 23 โ€ข 01:20 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: The Debate on Constitutional Reform Raises the Question of Adherence to Existing Rules

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, discussions on potential constitutional reform are overshadowing the more critical issue of adhering to existing legal frameworks, according to a recent Institute Ebuteli report.

Mar 22 โ€ข 00:42 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: According to the Ebuteli Institute, "the practice of power has weakened the institutional balance"

The Ebuteli Institute in the Democratic Republic of Congo argues that discussions on constitutional revision may distract from more pressing issues related to the effective implementation of existing laws.

Mar 21 โ€ข 07:35 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC and European Union sign a partnership to strengthen mining governance in Congo

The European Union has signed a partnership with the Democratic Republic of the Congo to invest โ‚ฌ45 million in mining governance and technology development by 2029.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Bishops Warn Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 Threatens Zimbabwe's Democracy

Zimbabwe's Catholic bishops express serious concerns that the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3 jeopardizes the country's democratic integrity.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:22 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

In the DRC, the European Union commits to strengthening mining governance

The European Union is investing 45 million euros in Africa from 2026 to 2029 to enhance mining governance, with a significant focus on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

ADC criticizes Tinubu over Nigeriaโ€™s global terrorism index

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned President Bola Tinubu's governance, citing rising terrorism and civilian deaths in Nigeria as per the latest Global Terrorism Index report.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Woo Sang-ho, Democratic Governor Candidate for Gangwon, "I respect the decision to build a new Gangwon Provincial Office"

Woo Sang-ho, a Democratic candidate for the Gangwon governorship, expressed respect for the decision to build a new provincial office, while raising concerns about financing through apartment sales.

Mar 15 โ€ข 08:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

New Leader of the Social Democrats in Akureyri

The Social Democratic Party in Akureyri has appointed a new leader.

Mar 14 โ€ข 14:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Tinubu committed to democratic governance, rule of law โ€“ APC chairman

The chairman of Nigeria's All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda, emphasized President Tinubu's dedication to democratic governance following his approval of the 2026 Electoral Law.

Mar 12 โ€ข 12:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

The UK Parliament Rejects Aristocrats' Rights to Inherit Seats in the House of Lords

The UK Parliament has approved a bill that ends the hereditary rights of several dozen Dukes, Earls, and Viscounts to inherit seats in the House of Lords, a move aimed at modernizing governance and promoting democratic principles.

Mar 12 โ€ข 06:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Democratic Town Hall Dynasties: Where the Office Remains in the Family

In Bavaria, local councils often showcase a familial dynamic where political roles are passed down through generations, as illustrated by a recent municipal election.

Mar 11 โ€ข 07:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

The government approves the new 'Gora' management law

Latvia's government has approved a new bill to ensure effective management of the 'Gora' cultural center, emphasizing sustainable and democratic governance.

Mar 10 โ€ข 14:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jeong Won-oh announces candidacy... "Administrative experience is everything"; Party's oversight intensifies

Former Seoul Seongdong District Chief Jeong Won-oh officially declared his candidacy for Seoul Mayor, promising efficient governance and a focus on public needs.

Mar 9 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

The EU Does Not Want Hungary 2.0

The article discusses the European Union's stance against Hungary's policies that resemble its previous governance, indicating concerns about potential democratic backsliding.

Mar 8 โ€ข 17:22 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: elections of Congolese football leagues postponed again

The elections for the leaders of the Congolese football leagues in the Democratic Republic of Congo have been postponed again, leading to further uncertainty.

Mar 7 โ€ข 20:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

'Whoever behaves well with the US-Israel...' Trump describes what the next leader of Iran should be like

Former President Trump comments on the potential future leader of Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, emphasizing the importance of leadership that acts justly rather than the necessity of democratic governance.

Mar 7 โ€ข 03:28 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: AU Appoints Liberia's Dr. Thelma Awori to APRM Panel of Eminent Persons

Dr. Thelma M. Awori from Liberia has been appointed to the African Peer Review Mechanism's Panel of Eminent Persons, aimed at enhancing democratic governance and accountability in Africa.

Mar 6 โ€ข 12:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

ADC slams FG over budget confusion, policy reversals

The African Democratic Congress criticizes the Nigerian Federal Government for budget confusion and poor governance under President Bola Tinubu.

Mar 5 โ€ข 16:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

RATINGS: Governance has significantly reduced support for parties

Support for the Center Party, Reform Party, and Social Democratic Party in Viljandi County has dropped to around 8-10%, while Isamaa and EKRE have higher ratings, though lower than after the elections.

Mar 4 โ€ข 13:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Park Hong-geun of the Fourth-Term Senior Figures: 'Stability'... The Selection of Park Yong-jin as a Message of 'Unity'

President Lee Jae-myung's nomination of Park Hong-geun as the minister candidate for the Ministry of Strategy and Finance reflects an aim to enhance governance speed in the second year of his presidency, emphasizing both practicality and stability.

Mar 2 โ€ข 11:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Altinget
National & Local

PhD students: We are grotesquely underrepresented in the universities' democratic bodies

PhD students in Denmark are calling attention to their significant underrepresentation in university decision-making bodies, a situation they believe undermines academic quality and governance.

Mar 2 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Milei in the Mirror

The article reflects on political trends in Latin America, juxtaposing recent electoral victories and shifts towards populism and leftist governance in various countries against a backdrop of perceived democratic resurgence.

Feb 27 โ€ข 03:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Term limits as a safeguard of democracy

The article discusses the importance of term limits in preserving democratic governance, referencing George Washington's refusal to seek a third presidential term as a key historical precedent.

Feb 26 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Parish Councils: Why Catholics Are Allowed to Vote This Sunday

Catholic parish councils in Germany will hold elections, allowing laypeople to participate in church governance despite the absence of a broader democratic structure in the church.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking News] The 'Mandatory Buyback of Treasury Shares' Third Amendment to the Commercial Act Passed in National Assembly

The third amendment to the Commercial Act mandating the mandatory buyback of treasury shares has passed the National Assembly with overwhelming support.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

The upcoming "Gora" management law prohibits Rฤ“zekne from disposing of the concert hall building

A new management law is proposed to ensure sustainable and democratic governance of the "Gors" cultural center in Rฤ“zekne, prohibiting the municipality from selling the concert hall building.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Editorial: The 'Judicial Reform 3 Laws' should undergo deliberation before being presented to the National Assembly

The 'Judicial Reform 3 Laws' will be voted on in the National Assembly, emphasizing the need for careful deliberation on controversial aspects like the crime of legal distortion.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

It was revealed who will head the Democratic Union's "For Lithuania" municipal elections headquarters

The Democratic Union "For Lithuania" emphasized its goal of having strong candidates representing the people in the upcoming municipal elections in spring.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking] The โ€˜Mandatory Disposal of Self-Stockโ€™ Third Amendment to the Commercial Act Passes National Assembly Legal Affairs Committee

The third amendment to the Commercial Act, mandating the disposal of self-acquired company stocks, has passed the National Assembly's Legal Affairs Committee.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:08 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

AU: Refusal to endorse 'the laundering of military coups,' a proclamation or a turning point?

The African Union's rejection of legitimizing military coups raises questions about the future approach towards democratic governance in member states.

Feb 21 โ€ข 09:02 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Namibia: Analysts Warn Nandi-Ndaitwah Power Expansion and Petroleum Bill Could Centralise Authority in Presidency

Political analysts in Namibia express concerns that proposed legislative changes may centralize power in the presidency, undermining democratic governance.

Feb 20 โ€ข 05:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] No exceptions for small and venture companies in stock buyback obligation... Processing speed within this month

The ruling party plans to apply the stock buyback obligation law to small and venture businesses without exceptions, contrary to expectations of leniency due to economic concerns.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Tinubuโ€™s leadership sets new standard for democratic dividends โ€” Wike

Nyesom Wike praises President Bola Tinubu for setting a new standard in delivering democratic dividends during a lecture at the University of Abuja.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:40 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Nigeria Backs AU's Institutional Reforms On Peace, Security, Others

Nigeria supports proposed reforms in the African Union aimed at enhancing peace, security, and democratic governance.

Feb 16 โ€ข 05:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Russia open to discussing Ukraineโ€™s โ€˜external governanceโ€™ โ€“ senior diplomat

Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister suggested the possibility of 'temporary external governance' in Ukraine to facilitate democratic elections, indicating openness to discussions with the US and Europe.

Feb 15 โ€ข 07:36 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Continued Voter Disinterest Undermines Democratic Governance in Benin

Benin faces ongoing challenges with low voter turnout that threaten its democratic governance ahead of upcoming presidential elections.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

European Parliament supports โ‚ฌ90 billion loan to Ukraine

The European Parliament has approved a โ‚ฌ90 billion loan to Ukraine under strict conditions aimed at ensuring democratic governance and rule of law.

Feb 12 โ€ข 04:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Superior Audit as a Strategic Axis to Promote Development in Latin America and the Caribbean

The article discusses how superior auditing is essential for enhancing democratic governance and sustainable development in Latin America and the Caribbean, according to David Colmenares Pรกramo, Auditor Superior of the Federation.

Feb 11 โ€ข 20:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Government Officials: 'We Don't Need Many Questions from the Opposition' - Attack on the Diet under 'Kishida's Strong Leadership'

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi emphasizes strong governance following the historic election victory of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).

Feb 10 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Deputy Mayor of the Social Democratic Alliance Wants to Run for the Progressives

The Deputy Mayor of the Social Democratic Alliance in Iceland expresses interest in running for the Progressives party.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Official results: in the elections in Japan, S. Takaichi's party won a two-thirds majority in parliament

In Japan's recent elections, S. Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) secured a two-thirds majority, marking a historic achievement and providing her the opportunity to significantly influence the country's governance.

Feb 10 โ€ข 06:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

National Secretary of the Democratic Party, Shibuya, warns that the Liberal Democratic Party could become a 'car without brakes'

The National Secretary of the Democratic Party expressed concerns that the ruling Liberal Democratic Party could become unchecked in its governance due to a lack of opposition unity.

Feb 9 โ€ข 06:51 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: No More Political Dynasties - Africa Is Not an Inheritance

The article discusses the troubling trend of political dynasties emerging in African nations, where aging leaders prioritize familial succession over democratic governance.

Feb 8 โ€ข 17:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Factional PDP BoT chair hails Tinubu, Ottiโ€™s infrastructure strides

Mao Ohuabunwa, the factional chairman of the PDP Board of Trustees, praises Governor Alex Otti for his significant contributions to infrastructure development in Abia State.

Feb 8 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jung Won-oh: 'Not a Waste of Tax Money, I Will Run for Mayor of Seoul'

Jung Won-oh, the mayor of Seongdong-gu and a candidate for the Democratic Party's nomination for Seoul mayor, has officially announced his intention to run for the office.

Feb 8 โ€ข 06:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Reforms and Governance

Argentina is undergoing a new phase of reforms that challenge the solidity of its democratic system and the legitimacy of its institutions, as part of a broader sequence of structural changes impacting the market.

Feb 5 โ€ข 03:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Syrian Tourism Minister to Al-Jazeera Net: The agreement with 'SDF' stimulates investments

The Syrian tourism sector eagerly anticipates the completion of the country's tourist geography following a comprehensive agreement between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), aiming to integrate them into state institutions and restore official governance to three provinces.

Feb 4 โ€ข 06:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

Law professor on the welcome event: 'Incredible violation of the Constitution and behavior contrary to all democratic and legal standards'

Legal expert Vedran ฤulabiฤ‡ criticizes the Croatian government's decision to hold a public welcome event for bronze medal-winning handball players without local authority consent, claiming it undermines constitutional principles.

Feb 2 โ€ข 12:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Crime & Justice

RUUBEN KAALEP โŸฉ The Chancellor of Justice should initiate oversight of the abuses by the Security Police

Ruuben Kaalep argues that the Chancellor of Justice must oversee potential abuses by the Security Police in democratic governance.

Feb 2 โ€ข 11:49 UTC

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