Africa Elections
There were more than 19 elections in Africa in 2024.
It was especially a devastating year for incumbents and ruling parties; they lost power in Botswana, Mauritius, Ghana, Somaliland and Senegal.
Meanwhile, Mali, Guinea-Bissau and South Sudan continue to wait. Elections there were either rescheduled or simply ignored.
Africanews looks back on some of the most important elections in Africa in 2024.
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Police summon Zambian opposition leader for questioning after disputed vote
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Nigeria election 2027: Can Tinubu win a second term as cost of living bites?
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Zambia's Hichilema wins re-election with 60% of vote
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Hichilema takes early lead as Zambia election count passes halfway
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Observers say Zambia's vote marred by intimidation, counting pause
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Chad opposition figure, Succes Masra, calls for reconciliation after his release