elections

’90s hip-hop star Pras Michel discusses one of the most unbelievable presidential runs in the world — that of his friend Michel Martelly.

Why has Boko Haram been able to spread so easily through Nigeria? The answer lies partly in military incompetence, but mostly in political cynicism.

Canadian researcher Antoine Nouvet recalls his experience as an observer of the parliamentary elections in October.

It was supposed to be a coronation for Rousseff. Now the president is suddenly looking beatable. Robert Muggah explains.

The recent European Parliament elections have demonstrated a widespread distrust of Brussels. Here’s how to fix it.

The ousting of Thailand’s prime minister may weaken the governing party, but it won’t produce a productive change in leadership, says Aim Sinpeng.

The ANC’s victory in last week’s general election was never in doubt. But the country’s opposition parties continue to cut into that lead, says David Hornsby.

The Afghan election was preceded by pessimistic speculations that it would be rigged or undermined by violence. Election day put to rest many of those concerns, says Scott Smith.

Will the Turkish Prime Minister run for a forth term against his own party’s rules?

Steve Saideman parses the meaning of the PQ’s defeat in the Quebec election.

If the African National Congress loses a key provincial election, it could be the start of a sea change in South African politics, says David Hornsby.

Successful elections in Afghanistan will depend on management, participation and perception.

With the annulment of last month’s election, Thailand can look forward to more street battles and violence, says Aim Sinpeng.

The recent election in Thailand was not only one of the most bizarre, but also “pointless” elections in recent memory, says Aim Singpeng.

David Moore on how Mugabe’s ZANU-PF outfoxed the opposition yet again, but may still face its own moment of reckoning.

Targeted killings continue in Pakistan as the general election approaches. Ahmed Rashid on the implications of the violence.

Jennifer Welsh on why this week’s presidential election in Kenya matters for both Kenyans and western governments.

Gerald Wright on the upcoming Japanese election and what it will mean for the country’s ties to Canada.

JHR’s Executive Director Rachel Pulfer on how her organization has helped promote balanced coverage of the election in Sierra Leone.

Bob Press on the key role journalists play in defending democracy and human rights in Africa.