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Women are often marginalised from decision-making in conflict and transitional contexts. Despite evidence that women’s presence and participation lead to better and longer lasting outcomes for peace, they remain underrepresented in transitional governments and peacebuilding bodies.

The endeavour to develop the legal framework governing electoral processes is necessary for electoral operations to meet the aspirations of the concerned parties, most notably the voters. To achieve this, the reform process must be guided by key objectives, including enhancing the electoral rights of citizens and institutionalizing guiding principles such as neutrality, inclusivity, transparency, integrity, accuracy and making the electoral process smoother and more efficient.

As Africa navigates this super year of elections, election and information integrity and voting rights will come under pressure due to the zero-sum nature of Africa's politics.

Mientras África navega por este súper año de elecciones, la integridad electoral y de la información y los derechos de voto se verán presionados debido a la naturaleza de suma cero de la política africana.

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Since gaining independence in 1960, Niger has been caught in many political, social and economic crises.

The security situation in the country is unstable, as Niger is currently caught between the Boko Haram crisis in Nigeria and the crises in northern Mali and Libya. The dormant Tuareg uprisings, combined with the flourishing market for trafficking in arms, drugs and humans, are further destabilizing Niger.