US, Brazil at odds over Honduras crisis

Honduras' disputed presidential election is likely to set Washington against emerging Latin American power Brazil.

E Guinea poll 'a sham', warns rights groups

Equatorial Guinea goes to the polls on Sunday in what observers say is a sham election designed to rubber stamp the rule of Teodoro Obiang Nguema.

Sri Lankan leader gambles on January election

Sri Lanka will hold early presidential elections on January 26, officials said on Friday.

Rights group sceptical about fair E Guinea elections

Human Rights Watch has criticised preparations for Sunday's poll in Equatorial Guinea, saying there was "serious doubt" about its credibility.

Mozambique opposition party demands fresh election

Mozambique's main opposition party, Renamo, on Tuesday rejected the election victory of President Armando Guebuza, saying a fresh poll must be held.

Afghan leader Karzai vows inclusive government

Hamid Karzai vowed to form an inclusive government on Tuesday after warnings from Western supporters he would have to root out corruption.

What the run-off could mean for Afghanistan

Afghans vote on November 7 for a second time in their disputed presidential election, hoping to end weeks of political limbo and uncertainty.

Afghan MP sees role as king-maker in run-off

The candidate who placed third in Afghanistan's election said on Thursday he was considering urging his supporters to boycott the upcoming run-off.

Karzai 'to accept vote ruling' to avert chaos

Hamid Karzai will accept final results due later on Tuesday from Afghanistan's chaotic election, officials said after frantic Western lobbying.

Afghan poll picture darkens with run-off looming

The chances of a run-off being needed to end Afghanistan's political crisis increased on Monday with the submission of a report on poll irregularities

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