Algerian authorities have suspended one political party and threatened two others with the same fate in the last month alone.
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.)
Uganda: Ensure Justice For Detained, Tortured Author
HRW urges Ugandan authorities to investigate reports of torture of exiled satirical writer and government critic Kakwenza Rukirabashaija.
African Union Condemns ‘Wave’ Of Military Coups
Military coups are making a comeback in Africa. The 35th Heads of State Summit of the AU condemned the new wave in West Africa.
The Necessary Reforms for Zimbabwe Today
The absence of electoral, institutional, and security sector reform frameworks with universal support are some of Zimbabwe’s challenges.
Containing The Eclipse Of Democracy In West Africa
West Africa and by extension the Sahel is undergoing a new phase of democratic ellipse, characterised by abnormal transfers of power.
Make Sure That IDPs Can Participate In West Africa Elections
This article explores the rights, barriers, and opportunities for IDPs to vote within the prism of extant electoral policies and laws.
Sudanese Take To The Streets In Latest Anti-Coup Protests
Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Sudan’s capital and other cities across the country Sunday to again ask the junta to leave.
Freed Activist Ramy Shaath Says Egypt Is ‘A Big Cell’
Egyptian-Palestinian activist Ramy Shaath denounced Egypt as “a big cell” weeks after his release from jail and departure for France.
Thousands Protest In Sudan Against Military Rule
Three were killed Monday when Sudanese security forces fired live rounds during protests against military rule by tens of thousands.
How Africa’s Autocratic Elites Cycle In And Out Of Power
In Africa, authoritarianism is still a prominent component of politics. Autocrats on the continent are able to cycle in and out of power.