Elections
Elections Timetable – All Change
4 Apr 11
Election Postponed
4 Apr 11
Kazak Early Election Presented as Democratic Option
President Nazarbaev offers “lesson in democracy” by dropping plans to extend current term, but slips in an early election instead.
4 Feb 11
Abyei Solution Key to South Sudan Stability
Disputed area of southern Sudan remains a potential flashpoint– but not because of its oil resources.
13 Jan 11
South Sudan Exiles Share Piece of History
They may be far from home, but southern Sudanese living abroad relish opportunity to vote on the future of their homeland.
13 Jan 11
Kazak Parliament to Rule on Extending President's Term
Referendum allowing President Nazarbaev to stay on without election would be bad for democracy, critics say.
13 Jan 11
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