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Elders, campaigners dominate scene in Kerdasa polling stations
Medium turnout recorded in Giza’s district of Kerdasa on third day of referendum
Egyptians cast votes on last day in referendum
Averaged turnout in Nasr City, Boulaq
Committee to monitor any violation in referendum: NEC
Participation of Egyptians in constitutional amendments referendum thwart boycott calls, says Al-Sherif
Referendum stirs online feud, polarisation among users
Hashtags circulated among users urging citizens to participate in referendum
Moderate turnout at Zamalek, Downtown polling stations
‘I do it for Al-Sisi to allow him to complete his achievements,” say president’s supporters
What Egyptians think about constitutional referendum?
Polling stations across Egypt opened their doors early Saturday for citizens to express their opinions regarding the constitutional amendments, whether by yes or no. The dates of referendum were announced on Wednesday. Egyptians abroad started voting on Friday and will continue until Sunday. If the amendments receive a “yes” vote, they will immediately go into …
Moderate voter turnout in Dakahlia, Qena in first day of referendum
Women, seniors in excess, rallies in Mansoura calling for voters
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Above average turnout in Cairo, celebratory atmosphere in most polling stations
Since early Saturday, the first day of the referendum on amendments to the country’s 2014 Constitution, the vicinity of several schools in the middle class neighbourhood of Ain Shams witnessed a celebratory atmosphere as campaigners and individuals affiliated with the election committees used DJs and nationalist songs to attract voters. Polling stations all over …
No days off during constitutional amendments referendum: Cabinet
Officials called on media websites to seek accuracy before publishing baseless news
Egyptians to vote on constitutional amendments next Sunday
Expats to head to polls on 19-21 April, while locals will vote on 20-22 April
Egypt says Kurdistan referendum hinders anti-terrorism efforts
US, UN express regret as media highlights oil market, raising of Israeli flag
Regional threats mount as Kurdistan holds referendum
Iraq, Turkey aim at preventing Kurdistan’s oil exports
Turkey’s referendum result could scare off investors
Britain heads for ‘hard’ Brexit
Six months after the UK’s EU referendum and amid growing discontent, Prime Minister Theresa May has now outlined her plans for Britain’s future. Samira Shackle reports from London on the reactions.
Euro worries hinge on Italian referendum
It’s been dismissed as a protest vote. But with Italian voters likely to reject a reform package in a plesbiscite, fears are growing that it could signal the beginning of the end of the euro.
Legal challenge to Brexit campaign ‘so misleading it broke the law’
A group of academics and lawyers has written to prosecutors to complain about “false statements” made ahead of the UK referendum vote on June 23.
IMF slashes global growth forecast on Brexit uncertainty
Britain’s upcoming departure from the European Union has prompted the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to cut its global growth forecast for the next two years – the fifth time it has dialed back estimates in 15 months.
UK’s May takes center stage in turbulent times
Theresa May, the longest-serving home secretary of recent times, has been known as a modernizer, an authoritarian – and above all, a pragmatist. Samira Shackle reports from London on Britain’s new prime minister.
Former EU Commissioner Verheugen: Clear signs of dissolution
“There is a clear danger the European Union will not survive,” former EU Commissioner Günter Verheugen told Deutsche Welle on Tuesday.
Euro and pound jittery as Brexit referendum approaches
The euro and pound have fallen as the Brexit referendum approaches in the UK. With the “remain” and “leave” camps running almost level in the polls the markets are reflecting the uncertainty, as wary voices grow.
Referendum vote peaceful after weekend violence in CAR
Forgery will not give legitimacy to any criminal: Brotherhood
The group rejects elections and maintains that ousted president Mohamed Morsi is the legitimate president of Egypt
The 2014 Egyptian Constitution: Without accountability, checks or balances: Part II
The following is the second of a two part article by the Arab Reform Initiative, an independent research network, concerning the 2014 constitution’s treatment of human rights and the separation of powers in the government. The first part, published yesterday, addressed the constitution’s articles concerning the military and security apparatus. The second part, below, deals …
ANHRI denounces sentencing of Misr Al-Qawia members
The Arab Network for Human Rights Information (ANHRI) issued a statement on Wednesday denouncing “the faulty judgment” issued by Hadayek El Kobba Misdemeanour Court in Cairo to jail three members of Misr Al-Qawia (Strong Egypt) Party on charges of hanging banners and distributing leaflets calling for a No vote to the constitution, among other charges. …
Misr Al-Qawia members sentenced for campaigning against constitution
Party spokesman describes the sentencing as “harsh” and surprising
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Presidential election preparations underway
Committee tasked with holding elections meets with three ministries
Where have all the young votes gone?
As I watched news coverage of Egypt’s constitutional referendum, I am constantly inundated with this urban legend that has surfaced following the polling regarding the absence of young voters. Interim President Adly Mansour has recently held a meeting with the youth to discuss this theme; around the same exact time, presidential political adviser Mostafa Higazy held a …
Required procedures to observe referendum beyond capabilities of most NGOs: ECOE
The Egyptian Coalition to Observe the Elections (ECOE) released a report detailing a set of recommendations for future voting
Egypt seeks to strengthen ties in Latin America with visits to Honduras, Venezuela, Mexico
Numerous official meetings urge Latin American countries to invest in, support post-referendum Egypt
Foreign minister chides international media
Fahmy considers referendum a major achievement for democratic process in Egypt