Mnangagwa who came to power in Zimbabwe through coup has paid lip service to democracy. The UN is warning his regime is using COVID-19 to clamp down.
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Zimbabwe Turns Over Seized Farms to War Veterans and Youth
Mugabe’s land re-distribution in Zimbabwe was a disaster because those who received land could not run farms. Mnangagwa may be replicating this disaster.
US, Britain Increasingly See Eye-to-Eye on China
US Sec. of State Mike Pompeo met with UK PM Boris Johnson in what spells a joint approach by the world’s leading democracies to growing Chinese aggression.
U.S. moves to stop Russia ‘suppressing democracy’ in Sudan
Sudan is having a hard time making a democratic transition ever since Bashir was toppled. The U.S. is moving to stop Russia from derailing this process.
Why ‘incompetent nativist populists’ can survive the pandemic
Regardless of governance challenges associated with managing national disasters, nativist populists will still be able to survive the coronavirus pandemic.
Malawi Police Arrest Former President’s Aide for Alleged Corruption
From VOA: Police in Malawi have arrested a bodyguard of former President Peter Mutharika for allegedly helping him avoid nearly $7 million in import duties. Mutharika has denied knowledge of the scheme, which saw cement for construction of his private property imported duty free. Norman Chisale is one several people whom police arrested Tuesday for […]
Internet platforms’ rights and responsibilities to protect democracy
A major issue has been the role of the internet in democracy. A new perspective examines “internet platforms’ rights and responsibilities to protect democracy”.
Mali Opposition Rejects President’s Concessions Aimed at Ending Impasse
Mali’s president, Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, is yet to escape the pressure on him to resign. The opposition has rejected all his recent concessions.
One Dead in Mali Protests Demanding President Resign
Malians recently took to the streets to ask President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita to resign. Clashes with authorities Friday led to one dead.
Malawi president under fire for family appointments to cabinet
The people of Malawi fought hard to oust Peter Mutharika but Lazarus Chakwera who benefited from this movement has resorted to nepotism in appointments.