Global Election Calendar

Off-cycle governorship election in southeastern Nigeria. Key contest between APGA, Labour Party, APC, and PDP in a state known for independent voters.

What's at stake: Sets the tone for southeast politics ahead of 2027 general elections.

Presidential and parliamentary elections where CCM faces growing opposition from CHADEMA and ACT-Wazalendo.

What's at stake: Could mark a historic shift in East African politics if opposition breaks through.

Post-election coalition negotiations shaping the government of Europe's largest economy.

What's at stake: Determines EU fiscal policy direction and European security commitments.

Presidential, Senate, and House of Representatives elections. The biggest democratic exercise in Africa with over 90 million registered voters. Key markets include the vice presidential candidate selection, party primaries, and final outcomes.

What's at stake: Nigeria's political direction for four years, affecting 220 million people and Africa's largest economy.

With Macron constitutionally barred from a third consecutive term, this election is wide open. National Rally, the fragmented left, and the centre-right are all positioning for power.

What's at stake: Leadership of a nuclear power, permanent UN Security Council member, and EU co-leader.

A critical election in Asia's fourth-largest economy amid ongoing tensions with North Korea and shifting alliances in the Indo-Pacific region.

What's at stake: US-Korea alliance, semiconductor policy, and North Korea diplomacy are all on the ballot.

Presidential, gubernatorial, and parliamentary elections across all 47 counties. Kenyan elections are consistently high-stakes contests with significant coalition dynamics.

What's at stake: East Africa's economic hub and a key US and China partner in the region.

The world's most-watched election. With Trump ineligible for another term, the Republican primary and Democratic nomination create massive prediction market opportunities. Key sub-markets include Trump's endorsement, VP picks, swing state outcomes, and congressional races.

What's at stake: Global superpower leadership affecting trade, security, and climate policy worldwide.

Presidential and parliamentary elections in one of West Africa's most stable democracies. The NPP-NDC two-party dynamic creates clear binary prediction opportunities.

What's at stake: West African stability, gold and cocoa markets, and regional democratic leadership.

The world's largest democratic exercise with nearly one billion eligible voters. BJP's performance after falling short of a solo majority in 2024 is the central question.

What's at stake: Leadership of the world's most populous nation and fifth-largest economy.

Selection of the most powerful position in continental African governance. Regional rotation principles and diplomatic lobbying among 55 member states determine the outcome.

What's at stake: Sets continental policy on trade, security, and Africa's voice in global forums.