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Mali: Creation of new election body sparks controversy

Mali’s Transitional government early this week communicated the provisional timetable for the upcoming elections.  This provides for the holding of the referendum in the second quarter of 2021.  The presidential and legislative elections are scheduled for the first quarter of…

Gambia: CSOs back retabling of rejected Draft Constitution

Civil Society Organizations in the Gambia have welcomed the Gambia Government’s efforts to revive the Draft Constitution with the support of International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance. They call for better Civil Society inclusion while reaffirming their support for…

UNHCR commends new asylum law in Chad

The UN Refugee Agency, UNHCR, has commended Chad for adopting its first-ever asylum law, which will enhance protection for the nearly 480,000 refugees currently hosted in the country. Adopted 23 December 2020, the law ensures refugees and asylum-seekers fundamental protections,…

Ghana: Traders decry poor sales during holiday season

Traders in Ghana are lamenting poor sales this year during Christmas celebrations.  This they say is due to the coronavirus pandemic as well as political uncertainty which has discouraged many from visiting market places. For transport operators however, the increased…