Congo-Brazzaville:   Congo Holds Referendum On Presidential Term Limits

Al Jazeera, 25 October 2015

Republic of Congo citizens are heading to the polls to cast their vote on a referendum that could see the country's longtime president become eligible for a new term in office. Read more »

Congo-Brazzaville:   The UN Secretary-General Urges Congo to Have Inclusive Political Dialogue for the Tension

UN News, 22 October 2015

Concerned about tensions between opposition parties and the Government of the Republic of the Congo ahead of the referendum on a new draft constitution in the country, United… Read more »

Congo-Brazzaville:   Transparency International Warns Against Extending Terms for Political Office in Congo Brazzaville

PR Newswire, 20 October 2015

As the people of Congo Brazzaville go to the polls in a referendum to remove term and age limits for the presidency, Transparency International warns of the dangers of allowing… Read more »

Africa:   Why Some Leaders Cling to Power, While Others Walk Away

RFI, 26 October 2015

Following a weekend of elections on the African Continent, analysts are drawing parallels between Congo-Brazzaville and Tanzania even before results are announced. One leader is… Read more »

Congo-Brazzaville:   Protesters Tear-Gassed Ahead of Referendum

Al Jazeera, 21 October 2015

Congolese demonstrators have clashed with police firing tear gas and warning shots as they protested against the president's bid to extend his 30-year stay in office. Read more »

Congo-Brazzaville:   Congo Cuts Communication Ahead of Opposition Rally

Al Jazeera, 20 October 2015

Communications were cut in Congo's capital Brazzaville, just hours ahead of an opposition rally to protest against the president's controversial bid to extend his stay in power. Read more »

Africa:   How and Why Term Limits Matter

African Arguments, 5 October 2015

Opponents say term limits restrict democratic choice. The reality is they level the playing field. Read more »