Local Elections in Hesse: Who Are the Non-Voters?
The participation rate in the 2026 local elections in Hesse was higher than five years ago, yet it still remained low at under 55%.
Few Voters in Offenbach: "They do not represent those who live here"
Voter turnout in Offenbach has been alarmingly low during the local elections compared to neighboring Darmstadt, sparking discussions about the disconnect between political campaigns and community engagement.
Congo: President Sassou Nguesso re-elected for a fifth term, with 94.82%
President Denis Sassou Nguesso was re-elected for a fifth consecutive term in Congo-Brazzaville with 94.82% of the vote, despite concerns over low voter turnout and internet access issues.
Congo-Brazzaville: Low Turnout in Congo-Brazzaville Presidential Poll Expected to Extend Sassou's Rule
Voter turnout in Congo-Brazzaville's presidential election is notably low, indicating a likely continuation of President Sassou Nguesso's long-standing rule.
Voter turnout down in Congo-Brazzaville as president set to extend rule
Voter turnout in the Congo-Brazzaville election is reported to be low as President Denis Sassou Nguesso aims to secure another term in power.
44% abstention: French local elections 'poorly attended dress rehearsal' for 2027 presidential race
The recent French local elections saw a record low voter turnout, highlighting concerns about civic engagement ahead of the 2027 presidential elections.
Congo-Brazzaville's Sassou Nguesso Set to Extend Four-Decade Rule
Congo-Brazzaville's President Denis Sassou Nguesso is poised to secure another term in office amid a divided opposition and low voter turnout expectations.
Local elections in France: right-wing candidates have achieved good results in the first round
In the first round of local elections in France, right-wing candidates have shown promising results despite low voter turnout.
Laporta reelected president of Barcelona with 68.5% of the votes after 74.5% of the count
Joan Laporta has been reelected president of FC Barcelona, securing 68.5% of the votes cast in a low-turnout election.
Turnout low in French mayoral elections seen as key test ahead of 2027 presidential race
French municipal elections were marked by low voter turnout, serving as a significant indicator of public sentiment prior to next year's presidential election.
The election day: from the village where the first neighbor voted an hour later to the polling station where no one showed up
The article discusses the low voter turnout and significant depopulation in a small village called Villasdardo during the electoral process in Castilla y León.
Observers note low turnout in Congo-Brazzaville presidential polls
Voter turnout was reported low in the recent presidential elections in the Republic of Congo, where President Denis Sassou Nguesso is expected to secure another term amid a divided opposition and boycotts.
Central Africa: Congo-Brazzaville's Sassou Nguesso Set to Extend Four-Decade Rule
Congo-Brazzaville is set for elections that may prolong President Sassou Nguesso's rule for over four decades amidst concerns of low voter turnout and a divided opposition.
The M5S Kneels to the Robes: De Raho New Guarantor of the Party
The M5S appoints Federico Cafiero de Raho, former prosecutor of the DNA, as its new guarantor amidst controversy and low voter turnout.
Municipal Elections: Less than 500,000 Proxies Registered a Week Before the Vote
As municipal elections approach in France, concerns about low voter turnout are rising due to international news overshadowing the campaign.
Shopping Platform Shein: Online Success, Real-World Flop
Shein's first physical store in Paris is struggling with low customer turnout despite announcing plans to open five more locations in France.
Who won the elections in Mendoza 2026
The UCR-LLA alliance achieved a significant victory over Peronism in Mendoza's San Rafael during low-turnout local elections.
With low turnout, elections are held in the six communes of Mendoza that separated legislative elections
Election turnout is low in the six communes of Mendoza, where voters are casting ballots to renew half of their deliberative councils.
Call for ‘therians’ in Barcelona ends in disturbances
A gathering of ‘therians’ in Barcelona ended in disturbances despite a low turnout of participants, resulting in police intervention and several arrests.
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.
INEC officials decry low voter turnout at Aso Estate, Sabon Lugbe
Officials from Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission report significantly low voter turnout at Aso Estate and Sabon Lugbe during local council elections, despite the process being peaceful and well-organized.
Wike praises peaceful election, laments low turnout in Abuja
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, commended the peaceful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja but expressed concern over low voter turnout, particularly in the city center.
INEC attributes Kano by-election low voters turnout to Ramadan, others
The Independent National Electoral Commission attributes the low voter turnout in Kano State's by-election to the Ramadan period and a perception of limited competition among candidates.
PHOTOS: Rivers bye-election records low turnout
The recent bye-elections in Rivers State recorded a low voter turnout, with many residents not participating due to various reasons including their religious beliefs.
Low voter turnout, delayed BVAS mar voting in Kubwa
The recent FCT Area Council elections in Kubwa were plagued by low voter turnout and issues with the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), significantly affecting the electoral process.
Kano by-election suffers poor voter turnout
The Kano State by-elections experienced a notable low voter turnout despite sufficient preparations by electoral officials and the deployment of security personnel.
FCT Poll: Low voter turnout recorded in Karu
Voting in the Karu area of Abuja commenced with significant delays due to low voter turnout during the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.
Referendum, Meloni pushes for 'yes' with the nightmare of low turnout: below 40% is a risk
Giorgia Meloni actively campaigns for a positive outcome in the upcoming referendum, expressing concerns over potential low voter turnout.
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.
Portugal, the new president is the socialist Seguro
Portugal has elected a new president, Antonio José Seguro, under challenging weather conditions, with low voter turnout due to recent severe storms.
Angry 30-Year-Old Live Streams All Candidates in Local Election on Instagram
A 30-year-old woman engaged with all candidates in her local election, conducting live discussions on Instagram to encourage political engagement among the younger generation amidst concerns of low voter turnout.
Municipal Election 2026: This is how the TikTok Generation thinks
The article discusses the low turnout of youth at a local democratic event in Vaterstetten, highlighting the challenges faced in engaging the TikTok generation in political processes.
Iran protests: Fact-checking claims of AI manipulation, low turnout
The article discusses the recent protests in Iran, addressing misinformation regarding claims of AI manipulation and low turnout despite an ongoing internet blackout.
Burned flags, tributes to the 'martyrs'. And a leftist star is Maduro's son
Pro-Maduro demonstrations in Italy saw low turnout across thirty squares, primarily organized by leftist groups like Usb and Rete dei Comunisti, with Bologna, Turin, and Rome having the most activity.
Central African Republic President Touadera re-elected with over 76% of vote
Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadera has been re-elected for a third term, receiving over 76% of the vote in a poll marked by low turnout and allegations of fraud amid ongoing security challenges.
Local Elections in the Munich Region: How Young People Can Be Inspired for Democracy
The article discusses the low voter turnout among young people in municipal elections compared to state and federal elections, emphasizing the need for greater awareness and engagement in local decision-making.
Severina's Debacle in Livno: Calls for Boycott Yield Results
The boycott calls against singer Severina's concert in Livno seem to have succeeded, as seen from videos and on-site reactions showing a notably low audience turnout.
Côte d'Ivoire: low participation in legislative elections
Côte d'Ivoire saw a low voter turnout of 32.34% in the legislative elections, which were boycotted by former president Laurent Gbagbo's party and noted for minor skirmishes.