An Assault on Democracy: A D2 Million Political Party Registration Fee is Undemocratic
The Gambia’s National Assembly raised political party registration fees to D2 million on September 9, 2025, sparking criticism from Madi Jobarteh for undermining democracy, limiting grassroots participation, and entrenching elite control, following controversial nomination fee hikes and diaspora voting exclusion.
Ivory Coast Celebrates 65th Independence Anniversary with a Military Parade
Ivory Coast marked its 65th independence anniversary with a military parade in Bouaké on August 7, 2025, as President Ouattara, pursuing a controversial fourth term, faces opposition backlash over Tidjane Thiam’s disqualification, with France, the US, and Morocco showcasing military ties.
