Should African Countries Lower The Voting Age To 16? Views From Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya And Nigeria
Author: Amanuel Tesfaye
(MENAFN- The Conversation)
The UK is moving to lower its voting age from 18 to 16. The new legislation takes effect ahead of the country's next general election in 2029, and is aimed at boosting its democracy. The move has ignited global debate: should 16-year-olds be trusted with the ballot?
For African countries, where young people make up the majority of the population but often feel shut out of politics , the question is especially pressing. We spoke to political researchers from Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya and Nigeria for their views.
Institution:King's College London
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