There is growing speculation about Cameroon’s Paul Biya preparing son to rule next. Biya, 88, in office since 1982, ends latest term in 2025.
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.
Political Cartoonist Says He Was Tortured In Bangladeshi Jail
Bangladeshi cartoonist Kabir Kishore arrested in May 2020 under a cyber security law was released March 4. Kishore says he was tortured.
China Sharply Reduces Elected Seats In the Hong Kong Legislature
China has sharply reduced the number of elected seats in Hong Kong’s legislature, a setback for Hong Kong’s besieged democracy movement.
Tech Revolution Is Boost To Democracy In Africa, But Not Enough
The digital revolution sparked hopes for democratic transition in Africa starting in the mid-2000s. But things haven’t worked quite well.
Rwanda Sees More Arrests and Prosecutions over YouTube Posts
Over the last year, Rwandan authorities arrested or prosecuted at least eight people who used YouTube to report current events.
Ukraine Has A Real Chance To Challenge Its Media Oligarchs
Ukraine’s President vowed to restrict the influence of pro-Russian oligarchs in the media, but is this just talk or can he walk the walk?
Dictatorships Play Whack-A-Mole With African Digital Rights
African dictatorships are playing whack-a-mole with African digital rights, inventing restrictive policies to suppress freedom of speech.
Here’s How Canadians Can Keep Big Money Out of Politics
For campaign finance laws to be effective, they have to be able to limit donations and spending and promote transparency.
Thailand’s Deep South Conflict Is Democracy Reform Hurdle
A pro-democracy movement continues to call for change but Thailand’s deep south conflict that remains unresolved is seldom mentioned.
Algeria Issues Arrest Warrants Against Exiled Democracy Activists
Authorities issued arrest warrants for exiled pro-democracy activists on terrorism charges as they pursue repression of Algeria’s Hirak.