Sohag Parliament Candidates: 187 Listed – Independents vs. Partisans
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Sohag Governorate Parliamentary Elections: Candidate breakdown
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Updated October 16, 2024, 12:17:59 PM EST
Overview
This article details the candidate breakdown for the parliamentary elections in sohag Governorate, Egypt. The data, compiled from available reports, reveals a important dominance of independent candidates across most districts. The elections are a key component of Egypt’s political landscape, shaping representation in the House of Representatives.
District-by-District Candidate Breakdown
The following provides a detailed look at the candidate composition within each electoral district of Sohag Governorate:
First District (Sohag)
total candidates: 25 candidates
Independents: 18 candidates
Members of parties: 7 candidates
Second District (Sohag)
Total candidates: 20 candidates
Independents: 15 candidates
Members of parties: 5 candidates
Third District (Sohag)
Total candidates: 23 candidates
Independents: 17 candidates
Members of parties: 6 candidates
fourth District (Sohag)
Total candidates: 21 candidates
Independents: 16 candidates
Members of parties: 5 candidates
Fifth District (Al-mansha)
Total candidates: 19 candidates
Independents: 17 candidates
Sixth District (Al-balina)
Total candidates: 22 candidates
Independents: 13 candidates
Members of parties: 9 candidates
Seventh District (Dar es Salaam)
total candidates: 12 candidates
Independents: 12 candidates
Members of parties: none
Overall Trends and Analysis
The data indicates a strong preference for independent candidates in Sohag Governorate. Approximately 79% of all candidates are running without party affiliation, compared to 21% affiliated with political parties. This trend could reflect a variety of factors, including dissatisfaction with existing political parties, a desire for local representation, or the strength of personal networks within the governorate.
The most represented parties include Mostaqbal Watan, Hamat al-Watan, Republican People, Congress, justice, New Wafd, Reform and Ennahda. Though, their collective presence remains significantly smaller than the number of independent candidates.
| Category | Number of Candidates | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Total Candidates | Approximately 187 | 100% |
| Independent Candidates | 147 | Approximately 79% |
