Euphoria had greeted the invention of a solar-powered electronic voting machine by NASENI
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.)
What Will Decide Kenyan Elections? Faith, Tribe and Hard Cash
Religion is omnipresent in Kenya. The line between religion and politics is often thin.
Gambian Media Thriving Since Dictator Jammeh’s Departure
New government vowed to restore press freedom and is processing 30 applications for new radio stations
Where is Africa’s Youth Vote?
The widening age gap between African leaders and their populations is a cause for concern. For instance, in 2016, the average median age of the African population was 20, while the average age for Heads of State was 66.
Why Media is Key to Better Liberian Democracy
Training for young journalists contributes to the general effort for media improvement in the country
Ethiopian Civil Society is Getting Squeezed
Changes include an internet shutdown to convictions of journalists and opposition members
Reporting From Eritrea, Africa’s North Korea
Eritrea ranked bottom of Reporters Sans Frontieres’ Press Freedom Index 8 out of the last 9 years
Balancing Tanzanian Partisanship and Patriotism is Vital
Undeniable truth that there is no clear dichotomy in Tanzania’s parties’ ideological positions
VIDEO: Opposition Targets Zimbabwe’s Youth Vote as Key to Election
Leader of Zimbabwe’s opposition Morgan Tsvangirai launching his campaign for next year’s general election
Kenyan Social Media is Center of Political Campaigns and Propaganda
People say the ‘war is now on social media’ and of how this will be the first social media election