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MNN Global · March 27, 2026 · 1 min read

Nepal appoints ex-rapper Balendra Shah as prime minister

What happened: Balendra Shah, a former rapper, has been sworn in as Nepal's new prime minister after winning the election by a large margin. He campaigned on promises to tackle corruption and bring change.

Why it matters:

  • Shah's leadership signals a shift in Nepalese politics towards anti-corruption and reform.
  • The change reflects public frustration with traditional political parties and could affect governance and policy direction.

MNN Take: The election of a non-traditional politician like Shah highlights voters' desire for new approaches in addressing long-standing issues such as corruption in Nepal.

Sources: BBC World