Supporters of Dr John Magufuli, who was then the ruling party CCM’s presidential candidate in the 2015 General Election, celebrate after he was declared the winner. Looming elections in at least 14 African countries next year have triggered a flurry of governance report by international research bodies. PHOTO|FILE
What you need to know:
What has become an indelible feature of election seasons in African countries is the unveiling of a flurry of “governance reports” claiming scientific and methodological authenticity, but seemingly calibrated to influence election campaigns and hopefully sway their outcome. And 2017 is no exception.
