In Congo Republic, a presidential election took place, and it was pretty clear who would win. Denis Sassou Nguesso, who has been in charge for a very long time, was expected to keep his position. He is 82 years old and has been leading the country since 1979, except for a short break in the 1990s.
Bangladesh is voting today in a big election. This is a big deal. It comes after a huge change in 2024. Young people, called Gen Z, led protests. They forced out the long-time leader, Sheikh Hasina. Now, the country is choosing new leaders. This election is important. It could bring stability to Ba
Cuba is facing some serious economic challenges. The country has always had a tough time, but things have gotten worse lately. Farming and tourism, two big parts of the economy, are really struggling. Power cuts are common, and trade restrictions make things even harder. Plus, Cuba has lost a lot of
Guinea's Supreme Court has given the green light to Mamady Doumbouya's big win in the recent election. This means the former military leader, who took control in a 2021 coup, is now set to be president for the next seven years. The court also noted that the runner-up, Abdoulaye Yero Balde, decided
In Myanmar, the military-backed Union Solidarity and Development Party is ahead in the initial phase of the recent election. This vote, the first since the 2021 coup, has been met with skepticism from many international observers. The results, shared by state media, show a clear win for the militar
In the Central African Republic (CAR), President Faustin-Archange Touadera is aiming for a third term in office. This is happening during national elections where he highlights improvements in security, thanks to support from Russian mercenaries and Rwandan troops. Touadera, a 68-year-old former ma
The upcoming verdict in the 1MDB case against former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak is more than just a legal matter. It's a test for the current government's stability. Najib, who is already serving time for earlier convictions, faces more charges. These involve the alleged transfer of aroun
Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan won the recent election with a huge 97% of the vote. She celebrated in Dodoma, saying Tanzanians chose a woman leader. She called for unity and promised to keep the country peaceful. But not everyone is happy. Many think the election wasn't fair. Two main op
Ivory Coast is getting ready for a big vote. On Saturday, people will choose their next leader. The main candidate is Alassane Ouattara. He's been in charge for 15 years. Now, he wants another term. This would be his fourth time as president. But not everyone is happy about this. Some say he change
The impact of energy uncertainty on political stability across Europe has been a hot topic in recent years. We are going to take a look at how energy risk has played a role in the political climate of 35 European countries from 2000 to 2022. This is a critical look at the topic. It's important to
