(PANA)-- The African Union (AU) Wednesday imposed sanctions against Madagascar leader, Andry Rajoelina, senior military officials, judges and members of his political party for dragging their feet against international pressure to set up a lawfully-recognised government.
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(IRIN)-- Rwanda’s upcoming presidential election has cast a spotlight on its democratic credentials, with observers warning that allegations of intimidation of opposition leaders could mar the process.
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(PANA)-- The African Union (AU) on Thursday demanded an urgent election timetable, leading to the return to constitutional order in Niger following the ousting of President Mamadou Tandja in a coup on 18 February in the West African nation.
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(PANA)-- The African Union (AU) has called for minor constitutional amendments in Guinea, a review of the voting rules and the extension of the voters’ registration exercise, to accommodate thousands of other Guineans in exile across West Africa.
Filed under: Peace and Security
Filed under: Peace and Security
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