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Niger Coup And Leadership Failure In Africa

The ugly development in Niger, indicates a dangerous resurgence of military incursion in African politics, which is not good for the development of the continent. Again, Africa is in the news. And for the wrong reasons! While other continents are deepening and consolidating on the gains of democracy, Africa is retreating to the days of the military jackboots. In the …

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NEC Proposes 2029 Candidate Fee Hike

By Stephen G. Fellajuah PAYNESVILLE, Liberia, August 13, 2026 — The National Elections Commission (NEC) is proposing a significant increase in candidate registration fees ahead of the 2029 General Elections as part of broader electoral reforms aimed at strengthening Liberia’s electoral system. NEC Chairperson Jonathan K. Weedor disclosed the proposal Wednesday, August 12, during an interview on ELBC, saying Liberia’s …

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