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Democracy: Now with More Leaflets!
#election
Democracy: Now with More Leaflets!
Elections are that magical time when every candidate suddenly remembers your name, your dog’s name, and pretends to care deeply about the pothole outside your nan’s house. Leaflets multiply in your letterbox like rabbits on energy drinks, all featuring people who have never worn a hi-vis jacket suddenly posing in one like they’ve just filled in a thousand potholes personally. There’s always that one guy who runs as an independent with a manifesto that’s 80% about bringing back milk deliveries and banning cyclists. And no matter who wins, the bins still get collected late and the local duck pond remains mysteriously over budget.
Gabon's Coup Leader Oligui Nguema Poised to Win Presidential Election Amid High Expectations for Change
- Thursday, 10 April 2025
Gabon is set to hold its presidential election, with Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, the leader who led a bloodless coup 19 months ago, being the overwhelming favorite. He faces seven other candidates and appears likely to secure an outright majority in the first ballot. His campaign slogan "C'bon" means "it's good." Victory will bring a seven-year mandate and resources to implement development and modernizing reforms.
