Africa’s year of elections displays a dissatisfaction with democracy – Ken Opalo

In 2024, over 60 countries worldwide gear up for a historic election year, with 22 African nations, including South Africa, Senegal, and Ghana, in the spotlight. As elections unfold, a deeper issue surfaces—African voters' growing dissatisfaction with democracy. While discussions often blame autocratic leaders, the real threat lies in citizens' perceptions that democracy fails to address everyday challenges. This dissatisfaction is fuelled by a waning novelty in electoral processes and economic setbacks since 2014. To safeguard democracy, it's crucial to address these concerns by making elected governments more effective in delivering tangible improvements to citizens' lives.

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Africa's Year of Elections Faces a Pernicious Enemy: Ken Opalo

By Ken Opalo

As far as elections go, 2024 will be the biggest global election year in history. More than 60 countries are slated to stage executive and legislative elections at the national or subnational level or both.

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