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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.)

How Young Voters Can Shake Up Nigeria’s Next Election

by DC Editors - February 4, 2023

How Young Voters Can Shake Up Nigeria’s Next Election

Nigerians are gearing up to choose a successor to President Buhari, whose eight years in power have been blighted by economic decay, soaring unemployment.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Nigeria, Youth Voting Rights

In Cameroon, Investigative Journalists Want More Protection

by DC Editors - January 30, 2023

In Cameroon, Investigative Journalists Want More Protection

After the murder of their colleague Martinez Zogo, a government critic, Cameroonian journalists have said they won’t be intimidated…

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Cameroon, Journalism and Free Speech

Zimbabwe Opposition Warns Of Regime Election Violence

by DC Editors - January 30, 2023

Zimbabwe Opposition Warns Of Regime Election Violence

The leader of Zimbabwe’s main opposition party has warned of…repression by the ruling Zanu-PF party to ensure victory in elections.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Zimbabwe

Sierra Leone Law To Keep 30% Posts For Women In Power

by DC Editors - January 26, 2023

Sierra Leone Law To Keep 30% Posts For Women In Power

Sierra Leone has set laws to increase number of women in decision-making in private and public sectors, five months before presidential polls.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Women and Democracy

Raponda Named Gabon’s First-Ever Female VP

by DC Editors - January 20, 2023

Rose Christian Ossouka Raponda named first-ever female VP

Gabon’s president Ali Bongo Odimba named Monday (Jan. 09) the country’s first female vice-president. Rose Christian Ossouka Raponda.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Gabon, Women and Democracy

Thousands Protest Against Tunisian President’s Seizure Of Power

by DC Editors - January 20, 2023

Thousands Protest Against Tunisian President’s Seizure Of Power

Thousands of protesters in central Tunis have marched against the seizure power by President, Kais Saied, demanding he step down.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, Tunisia

Benin Holds Parliamentary Election Set To Test Democracy

by DC Editors - January 12, 2023

Benin Holds Parliamentary Election Set To Test Democracy

Voters in Benin went out on Sunday for legislative poll seen as a test of democracy as opposition parties are back on ballot.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa

Tanzania’s Ends 6-Year Ban On Opposition Rallies

by DC Editors - January 7, 2023

Tanzania’s Ends 6-Year Ban On Opposition Rallies

In an overture to political rivals, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has lifted a ban on opposition rallies imposed in 2016 by her predecessor.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Tanzania

Egypt: Detentions, Repression Follow Protest Calls

by DC Editors - November 18, 2022

How Digital Satire Is Keeping Dissent Alive In Egypt

Egyptian authorities reportedly detained hundreds of people in a nationwide crackdown following calls for anti-government protests.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, Dictatorships, Egypt

Cameroon: Paul Biya Marks 40 Years in Power

by DC Editors - November 8, 2022

Cameroon: Paul Biya Marks 40 Years in Power

Biya, who at 89 will notch[ed] up 40 years in power [last] Sunday, [becoming] one of the world’s longest-serving leaders thanks to iron-fisted rule.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Cameroon, Dictatorships

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