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Chad opposition leader Masra files challenge against presidential election result

He shared a copy of a receipt showing that documents had been filed with the council, which an opposition official close to Masra…

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Chad army deploys in force after junta leader Déby is elected president

AFP reporters said the number of troops on the streets Friday appeared considerably larger than after previous elections.

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Chad declares interim president Deby winner of disputed vote

National Election Management Agency chief Ahmed Bartichet said Deby had secured 61.3% of the vote - comfortably over the 50% need…

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Chad opposition, civil society groups complain of vote rigging and threats

Masra says there has been persistent violence and threats against him and his supporters since election day.

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EC promises smoother operation from May 8 despite internet challenges on Day 1

The exercise is expected to take 21 days in total.

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Chad votes for president after three years of military rule

Polls open at 7am and close at 5pm, with some 8.5 million people registered to vote. Soldiers began early voting on Sunday.

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2024 Chad Election: What you need to know

According to the country’s election authority, results are expected to be released two weeks after the election. If there is a se…

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Empowering Ghanaians for Informed Voting: Penplusbytes Launches Voters’ Compass Project for Ghana Elections 2024

At the core of the Voters’ Compass project lies a user-friendly, dynamic online platform designed to empower citizens with a deep…

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Ejisu by-election: Polls open as Ejisu votes for John Kumah's replacement

Six candidates, including three independent candidates, are vying for the seat declared vacant following the death of the Member …

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Constituency Watch Series: Lawra Constituency

Since 1954, the Lawra Constituency has been represented in parliament by different political parties, including the Unity Party (…