Chad: Closing Political Space Ahead of Referendum – Arrests of Opposition Members Raise Concerns Introduction The recent arrests of supporters of Chad‘s main opposition party, Les Transformateurs, have raised concerns about the shrinking political space in the country leading up to an upcoming constitutional referendum. Human Rights Watch has stated […]
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Risks Loom as Central African Republic Holds Referendum
Referendum in Central African Republic Poses Risks to Civil Society and Freedom of Expression Background The Central African Republic (CAR) is scheduled to hold a constitutional referendum on July 30, 2023, which could have severe implications for civil society and democratic progress in the country. The proposed constitutional amendments aim […]