Equatorial Guinea’s Vice President, Obiang Mangue was over the weekend detained in Brazil by federal police and revenue authorities for possession of well over $50 million.
Africa articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for democracy on the ancient continent of Africa where fifty-four nations represent one of the great frontiers for democracy. Also see our World Democracy section! (FYI, Egypt is found in the Middle East section.)
South Sudanese Peace Deal Brings Cautiously Optimism From Locals
South Sudan’s warring parties signed what is call a final peace agreement to end a civil war that killed tens of thousands of people and displaced millions.
Why the Anglophone Crisis in Cameroon is a Constitutional Problem
The “Anglophone Crisis” in Cameroon is a constitutional problem. Its root causes can be traced back to 1961 when British Southern Cameroons united with the Republic of Cameroun.
Podcast Reviews Tunisia’s Path From Dictatorship To Democracy
Tunisia, where the Arab uprisings began seven years ago, faces many difficulties in its transition on the economic, political and security fronts.
Rwandan President Pardons Jailed Opposition Leader
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has pardoned jailed opposition leader Victoire Ingabire. A cabinet statement issued Friday evening announced the pardon.
African Union To Observe Presidential Election In Cameroon
AU Commission Chairperson, Moussa Faki, has deployed a 12-members long-term elections observation mission ahead of the 07 October 2018 presidential election in Cameroon.
Why Ethiopia’s Fragile Reforms Need International Support
The United States should strengthen its ties to Ethiopia following unprecedented reforms in the East African nation, a top U.S. diplomat said Wednesday.
How President Museveni Avoids the International Isolation of Uganda
Coming amidst the recent backdrop of troubles in the country, Museveni’s strongly worded warning is one of the more revealing moments that we’ve seen of how he avoids isolation.
Tortured Ugandan Politician Confronts Dictatorship With Allegations
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine has confronted Uganda’s ambassador to the United States about Wine’s recent arrest and alleged torture.
President and Rebel Leader Sign Long-Awaited South Sudan Peace Deal
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir signed a peace agreement with rebel factions in the Ethiopian capital on Wednesday to end a civil war.