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🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

The election erases proposals for cheaper coffee and chocolate and many other bills

Protesters clashed with police in Copenhagen on the 19th anniversary of the eviction of a youth house, leading to disturbances and police intervention to disperse the crowd.

Mar 2 • 13:10 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Conflict Between Emerging Parties Supported by Generation Z and Established Parties in Nepal's General Election

Nepal is set to hold its first general election after a political upheaval on March 5, with significant competition between youth-supported new parties and established parties.

Mar 1 • 22:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

1926: Party points out irregularities in the presidential election in SP

The Youth Party reported multiple irregularities in the presidential election held in São Paulo, where intoxicated individuals allegedly interfered with electoral monitors.

Mar 1 • 20:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

U18 Election for the Local Elections: CSU and SPD Lead Among Youth

In simulated local elections conducted for youths in Bavaria, the CSU emerges as the most popular party, followed closely by the SPD.

Mar 1 • 14:32 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

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.

Mar 1 • 12:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Augsburg: Election Posters Destroyed – Nine-Year-Old Shows Civil Courage

A nine-year-old boy was injured while trying to confront two attackers who were damaging election posters in Augsburg.

Feb 27 • 15:12 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

How do we get more people to the election party? Fund launches quick grant on election day, while NGO advocates for the long haul

A fund is providing quick grants to civic organizations to encourage more young people to vote.

Feb 26 • 12:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: Ex-LP presidential aspirant Faduri declares bid on NRM platform

Former Labour Party presidential aspirant Joseph Faduri has announced his intention to run for the presidency in 2027 under the National Rescue Movement, advocating for a youth-led initiative against Nigeria's political elite.

Feb 25 • 22:42 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

S won in the school election – but they are still unpopular among the youth with voting rights

The Social Democrats emerged victorious in the recent school elections in Denmark, capturing 23% of student votes despite ongoing unpopularity among young voters.

Feb 18 • 11:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The Gen Z Rebellion Ended with the Election of a Boomer. It's a Lesson, Says Economist

The recent youth uprising in Bangladesh, which aimed to bring about significant change, concluded with the election of a traditional elder leader, indicating the challenges of generational change in politics.

Feb 17 • 10:58 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Rep Dasuki Urges Youth to Claim 70 Percent of Elective Offices

Rep. Abdussamad Dasuki has called for increased youth participation in governance, advocating for young Nigerians to hold 70% of elective offices in the next election cycle.

Feb 16 • 16:13 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Municipal Election 2026: Test for Digital Voting at U18 Election in Tutzing

The upcoming U18 election in Tutzing will be part of a digital voting trial in Bayern where underage residents can participate in the municipal elections.

Feb 13 • 15:58 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Elections 2026: U18 Elections in the City of Dachau

Children and youth in Dachau will have the opportunity to participate in a mock election organized by the Bavarian Youth Ring and various youth associations, municipalities, and schools.

Feb 13 • 15:07 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

African leaders should be under 50, says Jonathan

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan advocates for a generational shift in leadership in Africa, promoting the election of younger leaders between 25 and 50 years old for better governance.

Feb 12 • 17:17 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu support group appoints Cross River director

The City Boy Movement has appointed Okon Eyo-Ita as the state director for Cross River ahead of the 2027 elections to enhance grassroots mobilization.

Feb 12 • 03:29 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Bangladesh vote 'a canary in a coalmine for developments in the Global South', expert says

An expert discusses the significance of the upcoming Bangladesh election as a reflection of broader trends impacting developing nations.

Feb 11 • 22:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Zdechovský will not defend his mandate. 'It's time to give space to the young,' he said

Zdechovský has decided not to seek re-election, emphasizing the need to create opportunities for younger leaders.

Feb 11 • 19:41 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Nitin Nabeen becoming BJP president has brought many benefits to Bihar...,' says Sanjay Sarawagi

Nitin Nabeen's election as BJP president has invigorated the party and generated enthusiasm among youth in Bihar.

Feb 11 • 11:59 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Online Decision Aid: Election-O-Mat for the State Election in Baden-Württemberg is Online

The Election-O-Mat, a decision aid for voters in Baden-Württemberg, is now available online, helping citizens identify which political party aligns with their views ahead of the upcoming state election.

Feb 10 • 15:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Expectations and Challenges for 29-Year-Old Newcomer After Proportional Revival Election Against LDP Secretary-General

A 29-year-old newcomer from the Democratic Party of the People, Makoto Sasaki, secured a proportional seat in the Japanese House of Representatives against a well-established LDP secretary-general despite a defeat in a direct contest.

Feb 10 • 11:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Senate reconvenes today as Electoral Act triggers uproar

The Nigerian Senate is holding an emergency plenary session due to rising public outrage over amendments to the Electoral Act, particularly regarding the removal of electronic transmission of election results.

Feb 10 • 00:34 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Short-term battle with no policy debate for the convenience of the administration: 'Blank checks' should not be allowed - Momoko Nohjo

Momoko Nohjo critiques the recent Japanese general election results, emphasizing the lack of substantial policy discussion and raising questions about the motivations behind the snap election call by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Feb 9 • 07:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Marianne Björklund: Thailand's youth must wait for change

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnivakul's conservative party, Bhumjaithai, unexpectedly gained a significant number of votes in the recent election, signaling a continued nationalist sentiment among voters.

Feb 8 • 17:33 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

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.

Feb 7 • 02:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Why So Many Young Politicians Feel Cheated After Every Election--and How to Stop It

Malawi's young political activists often feel neglected and sidelined by elected leaders after election victories despite their significant efforts and investments.

Feb 6 • 11:36 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Why So Many Young Politicians Feel Cheated After Every Election--and How to Stop It

In Malawi, young political activists feel disillusioned as their efforts during elections are often overlooked by the leaders they support once the elections are won.

Feb 6 • 11:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Azcón calls on Aragonese to "show Sánchez the exit door" in a campaign finale with nods to more radicalized youth

Jorge Azcón, the PP candidate for re-election in Aragón, appeals to undecided voters to support his bid for a strong government to counter potential political stagnation.

Feb 6 • 11:31 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Efforts to Deliver Policies to Smartphones" 10 Years Since 18-Year-Old Voting: What Kind of Election Do We Want?

This article discusses the evolving political engagement of young voters in Japan, reflecting on a decade since the voting age was lowered to 18 and the impact of social media on their perceptions and choices in elections.

Feb 6 • 02:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Japanese PM 'in enviable position' ahead of snap election, expert says

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is gaining popularity among youth, which could lead to significant success in the upcoming snap election.

Feb 5 • 22:10 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Finding Parties and Candidates That Suit You: The Shortest House of Representatives Election

The upcoming House of Representatives election in Japan, with a 16-day timeline from dissolution to voting, presents challenges for voter's matching tools designed to help identify suitable parties and candidates based on individual opinions on various policies.

Feb 5 • 05:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"I won't return to the country" - Young Thais Disappointed in Politics, Dwindling Hope for Reform

With Thailand's election approaching, young citizens are losing faith in political reform amidst fears of exclusion from power by conservative forces supporting the military and monarchy.

Feb 4 • 21:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Thailand General Election: Ruling Party Makes Security an Issue Amid Border Dispute as Reform Momentum Among Youth Fades

Thailand's lower house general election is set for the 8th, with major parties struggling for support and a focus on coalition negotiations as security issues arise from a border dispute with Cambodia.

Feb 3 • 07:34 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Startling sums of money break with the notion of innocent school elections

Approximately 70,000 teenagers aged 14 to 16 voted in a school election where the Social Democrats emerged as the largest party with 23% of the votes, amidst significant financial contributions from parent parties to the campaign.

Feb 2 • 01:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

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.

Jan 16 • 12:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Nepal TV host and ex-rapper mayor form alliance for election after youth revolt

Nepal's popular TV host Rabi Lamichhane and rapper-turned-mayor Balendra Shah have united to address youth demands in response to recent anti-corruption protests that led to a governmental upheaval.

Dec 28 • 07:27 UTC

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