Joshua Wong has been billed as the mastermind of Hong Kong’s Umbrella Movement since 2014
International Democracy articles
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A look at the main charity supporting North Korean political defectors
The North Korean Refugees Human Rights Association of Korea in Seoul was founded by Kim Young Hwa
High-profile Bahrain activist sentenced to 5 years for tweets
Bahraini activist Nabeel Rajab was sentenced to a further five years in jail over tweets critical of the war in Yemen
Law Passed to Quash Criticism of Indonesia Politicians
Critics say the new MD3 law will hamper criticism of Indonesian politicians and reduce their accountability
Malian Activist Artist Channels Popular Anger Into Politics
Popular artist Ras Bath paints a picture of how he says Mali’s ruling class holds on to power and perks
Behind massive Ethiopian protests is a cry for democracy
The ruling coalition declared a six-month state of emergency to contain mass anti-government protests
Prepping African Union Assistance for Landmark Zimbabwe Elections
African Union will provide financial and technical assistance to Zimbabwe to help ensure credible elections
Nigerian Courts Prepare for Biggest African Election of 2019
In Nigeria, appeals arising from governorship and presidential elections terminate at the Supreme Court
Malawi Parliament to Financially Penalize Absentee MPs
Parliament will deduct allowances for members of Parliament who are absent from sittings without valid reasons
3 Mexican independent candidates shaking up presidential race
July 1 election will be the first time Mexico has allowed independent presidential candidates in its modern history.