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The security situation deteriorated sharply on Friday 18 December in the Central African Republic, nine days before the presidential and legislative elections. Several cities in the western part of the country have been attacked by members of various armed groups, according to the UN. La Minusca has deployed significant reinforcements there, saying it is on "high alert" in other regions, including the…

The security climate is tense in the Central African Republic nine days before the election on 27 December. Raids by gunmen and gunfire have been reported in several cities in the northwestern part of the country since this morning. A worrying situation in Bangui where security has been strengthened. From our special…

In the Central African Republic, it is the last straight line before the grouped elections - presidential elections and legislation - to be held on 27 December. The election material, which represents several tonnes, is distributed to the most remote areas in the country. A real logistical challenge. It is Minusca that transports the material to the prefectures, just like in Bangassou, where the…

François Bozizé announces his support for former Central African Prime Minister Anicet-Georges Dologuélé in the presidential election, ten days after the Constitutional Court annulled his candidacy. The two men announced this on Wednesday in Bossangoa, where Anicet Georges Dologuélé came to find the former president, to complete his alliance.…

In 2017, Bangassou was subjected to extreme violence that killed at least 140 more than 40,000 displaced people. For these elections, Bangassou is calm, but the vote is approaching some fears. as reported from Bangassou, Charlotte cossetMinusca patrols more regularly. Support for the electoral process is part of its mandate.…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - A minimal of 4 wounded in a affirmation between the Somali security forces and offended opposition protestors ensued throughout the streets of Mogadishu, the Somalia capital, with the pre-election standoff being the matter at hand, following disagreements with lead stakeholders.

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Former Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has accused Farmajo administration of suppressing the parents and the critics by the utilization of the police, following protests in opposition to his administration in Mogadishu, the nation's capital on Tuesday.

Nigeria voted on Sunday in municipal and regional elections. Almost 7.5 million voters were expected to vote in the 266 municipalities in the country. This vote serves as a test balloon before the December 27 election. Although observers in civil society did not receive its accreditation for this vote, the organization Turning…

This Saturday, December 12, the election campaign (Presidential and Legislative Council) will be officially launched in the Central African Republic. In the end, 17 candidates must run in the December 27 presidential election. Bangui is the thrill. as reported from Bangui,Charlotte cossetHorns, motorcycles taxi processions.…

When the election campaigns start final week, home and worldwide observers are nonetheless ready for his or her duties to observe the vote. However time is working out, as of this Sunday, December 13, Nigeria's elections will go to the regional and municipal elections. December 27 would be the first spherical of presidential elections. Some observers query the competence of Ceni, the impartial…