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CBC News - Top Stories

CBC News - Top Stories

Title In Nepal, a former rapper wants to be the next prime minister — and young voters are excited Source CBC News - Top Stories
Description A man in sunglasses waves from the bed of a truck.

As Nepalis head to the polls on Thursday in the first election since a Gen Z revolution last September toppled the previous government, one-time musician turned Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah has galvanized the electorate, with many young voters hoping he will defeat politicians belonging to the South Asian country's old guard.

Link https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/nepal-election-prime-minister-rapper-9.7114273?cmp=rss Published At 2026-03-04 22:29:12 (1 hour ago)
Created At 2026-03-04 22:32:19 Updated At 2026-03-04 22:32:19