Keywords: Voter Turnout


South Korea sees record early voting turnout in nationwide local elections

South Korea has recorded its highest-ever early voting turnout in nationwide local elections, marking a significant level of civic engagement ahead of the official election day. According to data released by the National Election Commission (NEC), early voting participation reached 23.51%, surpassing......

Over 500 candidates elected unopposed ahead of South Korea local elections

More than 500 candidates have been elected without opposition ahead of South Korea’s upcoming local elections scheduled for June 3, according to reports from the country’s election authorities. The National Election Commission announced that 513 candidates secured their positions automatically......

Bulgaria vows cleaner elections amid anti-corruption crackdown

Bulgaria’s caretaker prime minister, Andrey Gyurov, has announced that the upcoming elections are expected to be among the cleanest the country has seen in recent years. The statement comes as authorities intensify efforts to combat vote buying, misinformation, and long-standing corruption concerns. Appointed......

French municipal elections 2026: 19.37% voter turnout at Midday

As France holds the first round of its 2026 municipal elections, voter turnout reached 19.37% by 12 p.m., according to the Ministry of the Interior. This is nearly one point higher than the turnout at the same time in 2020, but still significantly lower than national legislative elections in 2024. Participation......

French municipal elections: uncertainty over turnout and high stakes in major cities

France is heading to the polls Sunday for the first round of municipal elections, six years after the previous vote marked by the Covid-19 pandemic. Voter turnout will be closely monitored, and several major cities are expected to see tight races, with post-first-round alliances shaping the local political......

Voters head to the polls in Central African Republic as Touadéra leads the race

Voters in the Central African Republic began casting their ballots on Sunday in a presidential election widely expected to favor incumbent president Faustin-Archange Touadéra, who is seeking a third consecutive term. Around 2.3 million registered voters are taking part in a broad electoral process......

Low voter turnout marks legislative elections in Ivory Coast

Legislative elections held on Saturday in Ivory Coast were characterized by a low voter turnout, according to preliminary figures released by the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI). The provisional data indicate that just over 32% of registered voters participated in the poll, a figure lower than......

Ouattara’s predictable victory exposes democratic fatigue in Ivory Coast

The recent presidential election in Ivory Coast unfolded in subdued calm, devoid of real suspense or enthusiasm. Seen by many as a mere formality to confirm President Alassane Ouattara’s leadership, the vote attracted limited turnout. Out of eight million registered voters, a significant portion......

When do polls close in your state on Election Day in the U.S.?

As Americans head to the polls today, November 5, the nation is poised for a pivotal moment in its democratic process. This Election Day marks the culmination of extensive campaigning, characterized by a barrage of advertisements and outreach efforts aimed at rallying voter support across various levels......