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How 2024 has been for democracy in Africa
FirstpostThe 2024 elections in Africa underscored political diversity and dynamism. From the historic defeat of Botswana’s ruling party to Namibia’s groundbreaking election of a female president and Ghana’s reaffirmation of democratic principles, these events reflect both progress and ongoing struggles In 2024, 22 elections were held in African countries, spanning presidential, legislative, and local levels. Namibia: A New Leader Amid Challenges Namibia’s 2024 general elections resulted in a historic milestone: the election of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the country’s first female president. Mahama’s victory followed two terms of governance by President Nana Akufo-Addo, whose New Patriotic Party faced widespread criticism over Ghana’s economic woes. From the historic defeat of Botswana’s ruling party to Namibia’s groundbreaking election of a female president and Ghana’s reaffirmation of democratic principles, these events reflect both progress and ongoing struggles.
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