Tag: elections
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Fiji Faces Election-Year Uncertainty as Regional Security Outlook Flags Corruption and Misinformation Risks
Fiji heads into a pivotal election amid rising political volatility and governance pressures. Corruption gaps, external influence, and targeted misinformation threaten public trust and the integrity… Read more
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Fijian Elections Office attracts 2,304 applicants in phase-one recruitment, aims for 18,000 by May 9
Strong public interest is taking shape as a major recruitment drive for election officials gets underway. Early turnout suggests a robust pool of neutrally minded volunteers… Read more
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Missing documents stall Fiji election recruitment, officials warn
Fiji’s election recruitment is being slowed by incomplete documentation, with many hopefuls arriving without essential papers. Officials say bringing a voter card, banking or mobile-wallet details,… Read more
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Fiji MP Biman Prasad Pushes Repeal of Political Parties Act to Restore Free Campaigning Before Next Election
A senior MP renews calls to repeal the Political Parties Act and other “draconian” laws he says have hampered party work and stifled open campaigning. He… Read more
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Fiji aims to push constitutional reform and electoral-law changes before the election with broad grassroots outreach
With the election looming, officials say the constitutional review will be delivered before polling day, along with amendments to referendum and electoral laws. Public consultations are… Read more
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Nasinu Local Elections Confirmed for September 2023 as Ward-Level Outreach Aims to Boost Voter Education
Nasinu readies for a long-awaited local election with a bold push for ward-level conversations. A grassroots drive to raise awareness and identify homegrown candidates could reshape… Read more
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Chaudhry Accuses Fiji Government of Using New Communications Drive to Sway Voters, Warns of Tougher Social Media Rules
Fiji’s looming general election has critics warning that a new government communications push is more about shaping narratives than informing citizens. They fear the move could… Read more
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Fiji to Hold Local Government Elections This Year After Act Alignment with Electoral Act
Municipal elections are making a comeback, promising to hand local decision‑making back to communities. With reforms aligned to national standards and a joint rollout planned, a… Read more
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Fiji’s September local elections: first in 21 years, 141 councillors to be elected as youths urged to participate
Fiji’s local government elections return this September after 21 years, with a clear focus on energizing young voters. Ward-based councils promise a closer link to everyday… Read more
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National Rally bets on symbolic wins in France’s municipal vote, Marseille in focus
France’s municipal elections are shaping up as a spotlight for the far-right and a test for traditional parties ahead of the presidential race. From Marseille to… Read more