Africa
The region includes all of Africa plus the Middle East as far as Asia.
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News
11 July 2023
In Central African Republic, president delivers draft constitution ahead of referendum on 30 July
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Constitution
Lesotho Tenth Amendment to the Constitution Act 2022
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Record of Discussions
Constitutional Approaches to Decentralization: Elements, Challenges and Implications
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News
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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News
12 April 2023
Gabon amends constitution to reduce presidential term to five years and institute single-round election
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News
22 March 2023
In South Africa, president suggests country should evaluate whether constitution still serves citizens
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News
12 March 2023
In Sudan, political and military leaders discuss appointing civilian prime minister
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News
11 March 2023
Sudanese military leaders renew commitment to political framework
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News
8 March 2023
In Somalia, party coalition opposes constitutional amendment to extend presidential term
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News
3 March 2023
In Somalia, lawmakers propose constitutional reform to lengthen presidential term
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