Kuhoo Saxena

For the Burundians a non-violent electoral process was significant for the
consolidation of peace and economic recovery in the country, as well as for
democracy in the wider Great Lakes region. However, the decision of the current President, Pierre Nkurunziza, to run for the third term had sparked anger among the opposition parties and Burundian population as they saw this move as unconstitutional.

• Published: April-June 2015
• Africa Trends

On March 28, 2015, Nigerians elected to power a new government after 16 years.
Despite the constant threat of Boko Haram looming, the Nigerian people were
not afraid and came out in large numbers to vote.

• Published: January-March 2015
• Africa Trends

It is believed that the current situation in West Africa is a result of the delayed response and assistance from the international community to the Ebola outbreak. However, there is evidence that some international organisations have been constantly working to contain the spread of the disease since its outbreak in March 2014.

• Published: July-September 2014
• Africa Trends