Chadian President Idriss Deby has died on the frontline. Elected for a 6th term April 11, Deby was wounded in combat with rebels.
International Democracy articles
Here you can find all our articles on international democracy (as in outside the United States). The progress of world democracy, pro-democracy protest movements, and the struggle of political dissidents will be covered here. There will be no question over whether democracy is for everyone! You should also check out our main section on World Democracy with links to our broader website.
How The Arab Spring Has Been Misunderstood
Westerners’ interpretations of events and Arabs’ perceptions of themselves are still muddled a decade after the Arab Spring.
Berbers Mark 20 Years Since Algeria’s ‘Black Spring’ Protests
The death of a teenager in police custody in the heartland Berber minority of Algeria twenty years ago laid the base for future protests.
Menace Of Hereditary Monarchy Descends Upon Africa
In a growing number of African countries, there are attempts to perpetuate the power of long-dominant families.
Fears For Health Of Imprisoned Saudi Rights Defender
Health of Saudi rights defender Mohammed al-Qahtani, incarcerated after testing positive for Covid-19 is a source of concern.
How Authoritarian Vestiges Haunt Young Democracies
Most new democracies have vestiges of the old authoritarian regimes, such as successor parties, constitutions, and subnational enclaves.
Tanzania’s Last Election May Mark End Of Competitive Politics
Tanzania’s 2020 election was a watershed moment. The ruling party rigged the elections on a large scale as part of an oppressive campaign.
Small Scale Use Of Sortition In Governments Picks Up Steam
Sortition was crucial to Ancient Athens’ democracy, but stayed largely unknown in recent history until the recent surge in interest.
Journalist’s Release Brings Hope To Turkey’s Political Prisoners
Journalist Ahmet Altan was released from custody on April 14 after the European Court of Human Rights ruled in his favor (ECtHR).
China’s Campaign Against Democracy Activist Benny Tai
If you believe the Chinese regime, Benny Tai is the mastermind and main suspect who has conspired to undermine Chinese state control.