Africa
The region includes all of Africa plus the Middle East as far as Asia.
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30 August 2023
In Gabon, military officers declare coup after announcement of president's reelection
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27 July 2023
In Niger, president insists democracy will prevail after soldiers announce coup and dissolution of constitution
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11 July 2023
In Central African Republic, president delivers draft constitution ahead of referendum on 30 July
Constitution
Lesotho Tenth Amendment to the Constitution Act 2022
Record of Discussions
Constitutional Approaches to Decentralization: Elements, Challenges and Implications
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25 April 2023
In Rwanda, minister of justice presents proposed amendments to the constitution that would impact more than 130 articles
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12 April 2023
Gabon amends constitution to reduce presidential term to five years and institute single-round election
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22 March 2023
In South Africa, president suggests country should evaluate whether constitution still serves citizens
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12 March 2023
In Sudan, political and military leaders discuss appointing civilian prime minister
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11 March 2023
Sudanese military leaders renew commitment to political framework