South Africa’s High Court has ordered former President Jacob Zuma back to jail calling the decision to grant him medical parole irrational.
International Democracy articles
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Journalists In China Face ‘nightmare’ Worthy Of Mao Era
What Xi Jinping has done is create a “nightmare” of media tyranny reminiscent of Mao’s era, with Hong Kong journalism in “freefall.”
Maduro Strengthens His Grip On Power In Venezuela
Súper Bigote – “Super Mustache” – is a new cartoon on Venezuelan official TV that portrays Maduro as an anti-imperialist crusader.
Cuba Urged To End Repression Of Artists
Over 300 major figures from the art world have called out Cuba, asking it to put an end to state-sponsored violence against artists.
What Switzerland Can Offer The Summit For Democracy
Switzerland wants to take advantage of the opportunity offered by the Summit for Democracy build a name for itself internationally.
Libyan court reinstates Saif Gaddafi as presidential candidate
A court in Sebha has overturned the election commission’s decision to annul Saif alIslam’s right to stand for election in Libya in December.
Democracy Collapses As Polarization Leads To Loss Of Diversity
The increasingly polarized political landscape in the United States – and much of the world – is experiencing a catastrophic loss of diversity.
On Syria’s Ruins, a Drug Empire Flourishes
In the ashes of a decade of war, the illegal drug industry run by Bashar al-Assad’s relatives is transforming Syria into a narcostate.
Republicans Hail Barbados’ Move Away From Monarchy
Anti-monarchy movements across the Commonwealth hailed Barbados as it dismissed the monarchy become the world’s newest republic.
How China’s crackdown Is Changing Hong Kong’s Identity
Beijing’s crackdown on critical discourse has eroded Hong Kong’s unique identity with many self-censoring to avoid possible legal issues.