Motto | |||||||
| Anthem | "Kuntur Phawan" | ||||||
| Capital (and largest city) |
Haradesa | ||||||
| Language official |
Chizaki | ||||||
| others | Kitembi | ||||||
| Religion | Hosian | ||||||
| Ethnic Groups main |
Zaki (Chewa) (47%) | ||||||
| others | Watembo (24%) Tengaza (14%) Ndapo (6%) Kimigu (4%) Other (5%) | ||||||
| Demonym | Nsanian | ||||||
| Government | Federal presidential republic | ||||||
| President of the United Provinces | Sefu Pemphero (Socialist Party) | ||||||
| Legislature | Nsanian Congress | ||||||
| Population | 101,431,574 (5323 estimate) | ||||||
| Currency | Nsanian Sanwat (NS) | ||||||
| Drives on the | Right | ||||||
| Internet TLD | .NL | ||||||
Nsanlosa, formally known as the United Provinces of Nsanlosa and also known as the United Provinces is a sovereign state in eastern Dovani. Nsanlosa is bordered by Istapali to the west and New Englia to the northeast. After the dorvish military invasion of the nation and the subsequent 2 year long military rule of the dorvish armed forces the country was transformed into a Federation with the Presidential office having significantly less power then before and with parliament being the most important body of the state. Later, communist rebellions accross the country caused a breakdown of this government and the installation of a one party communist state. After 250 years of communist rule, the country saw a period of 5 years full of turmoil and eventually the overthrow of first the communist government and shortly after the first democratic government in 250 years. Nsanlosa was transformed into a Kingdom but was de-facto a military dictatorship starting from 5111. In 5117, 6 years after the kingdom was formed, the then king Baati I dismissed the government and started the process of democratization, resulting in the return of democracy that same year.
Etymology[]
Nsanlosa takes its name from the Nsanlosan river flowing through the capital city of Haradesa, the name was adopted through a democratic referendum. The name "Imperial Republic" is taken from the fact that Nsanlosa grants the Dundorfian emperor special rights, such as naming the Emperor "protector of the people" granting the holder of the imperial crown special rights in Nsanlosa such as visa free travel, being granted a seat at state dinner, unrestricted acces to government fascilities, a seperate office in the Diessenstal Hall and total legal immunity. While the Dundorfian Emperor has no formal state functions in Nsanlosa, it allows the Nsanian government to gain legitimacy and support within primarily Dorvik and Dundorf.
History[]
Nsanlosa has been governed by a number of regimes since the 1st century.
Llaqta Kingdom[]
For hundreds of years, the Llaqta Kingdom ruled most of the territory which now belongs to Nsanlosa. Most citizens of Nsanlosa trace their origins back to these early Llaqta peoples and many of their customs remain a prominent part of life in the country.
Hulstrian colonisation[]
Suyu Llaqta was colonised by Greater Hulstria in 2462. The Colonial Affairs Act 2694 established the governance of Hulstria's colonies: an Imperial Commissioner presided over the entire Eastern Territories. In addition, a Regional Commissioner was appointed to oversee each of the thirty-eight specific regions. Present day Suyu Llaqta is composed of the former territories of Ost-Berge and Fernost Hulster.
In 3394, prior to total independence, the Eastern Territories were granted a degree of self governance. During this period, a Viceroy was appointed to represent the Hulstiran Emperor in each colony. It was within the legislation establishing self governance that the existing territorial boundaries were drawn.
Independence[]
Independence was granted to the Eastern Territories under the provisions of Act of Decolonization. Despite the proclamation of the 'Republic of Suyu Llaqta', political freedoms were curtailed by the new regime and voting rights were extended only to landowners. Suyu Llaqta's human rights record was also criticised as the former colonisers continued to dominate the nation's governance.
When controversial President August Surmann attempted to reform the political system in 3845, he was deposed in a military putsch, led by General Timon Heydrich. Heydrich established a one-party state, known as the Second Republic of Suyu Llaqta, under his premiership. Although authoritarian, the second republic represented a significant increase in the standard of living for many citizens.
Following a second coup d'etat in 4038, the Third Republic was declared. For a while, Suyu Llaqta was governed (ostensibly) as a Presidential Republic, though the country was governed exclusively by the National People's Party. In 4206, this changed with the election of Coatl Lulling (Democratic Worker's Party). Lulling was re-elected twice but was detained by the national police force shortly into his third term.
Civil war[]
Following Lulling's arrest, a provisional government was installed led by the Chief of the Armed Forces. The legislative body, the Council of Representatives, was dissolved and absolute legislative and executive power was granted to the Commander of the National Government Sumailli Paucar. In practice, much of this power was distributed between a team of 'Coordinators' tasked with overseeing certain policy areas.
In September 4217, a revolutionary communist group known as the the Republican Liberation League seized control of the Ecigues mine in the northern part of the country. With the support of the local Democratic Worker's Party, they began preparing for a further assault on the surrounding villages. Despite government reports to the contrary, the miners generally welcomed the militants and agreed to return to work in exchange for basic provisions of food, water and shelter.
Over the following decade, a full scale conflict began between the RLL and the newly created 'Fourth Republic of Suyu Llaqta', led by the State Affairs Commission. Both sides agreed to begin negotiating a peaceful resolution to the conflict in 4224.
Geography[]
Nsanlosa is one of the largest nations in Terra. It has a varied climate and geography. In the north and west, deserts are common, with a sparce population. The center of the country is home to a semi-arid climate, thanks in large part due to the Nsanlosan river and its various offshoot rivers that run through the middle of the country. In here it is still hot, but larger populations reside here due to their more favourable and greener climate. The coast is home to a dry summer climate categorized by its hot summers but wet and mild winters. These are the most vertile and often called idylic regions of Nsanlosa, with the coastal regions also very appealing to tourists. It is also the most vertile and mild region in Nsanlosa, with most agricultural production coming from this region as well as its biggest population centers being located there.
Government and politics[]
Government[]
The government of Nsanlosa is organized into a Federal presidential republic.
The President of the United Provinces (Chizaki: Purezidenti wa Zigawo Zogwirizana) is elected every 4 years in a single round popular vote election. He or she serves as head of government and state, and is responsible for appointing a wide range of federal officials upon taking office. The President is commander-in-chief and serves as the leader of the executive. The president has the power to veto legislation, which can be overwritten by a 2/3rd majority in the House of Deputies. He or she can also sign executive orders, which can be seen as laws by themselves. Executive orders can only use funds allocated towards the Home Department if they cost money, budgetary powers lay with the House. If a executive order is farreaching and contradicts existing law, it is automatically send to the House which needs to "affirm" the order.
The Vice President of the United Provinces (Chizaki: Wachiwiri kwa purezidenti wa Zigawo Zogwirizana) is the deputy to the president and elected as his or her "running mate" on the same ticket as the president. The Vice President can be assigned a portfolio to represent the government in during their term. The VP also casts a tie breaking vote in the senate if needed, acting as "President of the Senate". Upon death, resignation or removal of the president from office the VP takes over as president of the united provinces, there is no mechanism for early elections in the Nsanian system.
The Nsanian Congress consists of two chambers, the House of Deputies and the Senate. The house of deputies consists of 269 seats and is elected every 2 years in full using a FPTP single-member constituency system. 1/3rd of the Senate is elected each two years, with the Nsanian senate being one of the smallest upper houses in the world with just 20 members (2 per province). Both chambers have roughly equall powers, with both allowed to also draft legislation. The House is the only chamber responsible for the budget, while the Senate is responsible for reviewing and approving or denying presidential appointees of "high importance", such as agency directors or cabinet appointees.
Administrative divisions[]
Nsanlosa is divided into 10 provinces. The provinces all have their own government, with elected governors, legislatures and in some cases judges. Provinces have extensive authority over their own, allowed to reform their own government, handle economic, cultural, educational and local security issues as well as a fast majority of labour and healthcare legislation. In some areas, the provinces hold joint jurisdiction with the federal government.
Tribal Confederations are a unique local form of government. Due to the diverse nature of Nsanlosa and its many tribes, tribes are allowed to unite into a confederation and be granted significant self-rule in return. At least four tribes are needed to form a "Tribal Confederation" which is then allowed nearly identical powers to that of a regular province except for justice related matters which still fall under provincial jurisdiction. Tribal Confederations are not represented in federal politics either, while provinces are. If a tribe leaves a confederation and the confederation holds under 4 tribes, it is dissolved and the provincial government takes over governance of the area.
Municipalities or counties are the last form of government and are regulated by the provinces. They generally have a mayor or county manager that is elected in a direct election every 4 years as well and a municipal council. Provinces can give municipalities the power to legislate local taxes, hand out build permits based on provincial/regional zoning laws, maintain local security and infrastructure and legislate local subsidies. They can also delegate handling any tasks they wish to delegate to the municipalities. Provinces are obligated to provide funds for the municipalities to construct and maintain social housing.
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