A National Peace and Reconciliation Commission. For a long time, this is what the people of Zimbabwe have been clamoring for in the hope that a convergence would provide the much-needed fillip for forgiveness and healing.
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.)
Tunisian Anti-Corruption Drive is Worrying Rights Defenders
Human Rights Watch warns against recent arrests and disappearances as turn in wrong direction
Is Namibia a Case of Democratic Authoritarianism?
In multiparty democracies, normally not a single party sets the agenda. Not so in Namibia
ANC Closer to Ousting Zuma After New Corruption Accusations
South Africa’s African National Congress has been hurt by a new wave of corruption allegations
Nigerian Electoral Reform Plans Need Public Input
Activities towards the amendment of the nation’s electoral law continue to gather momentum
The Woman Who Saved Thousands Of Eritrean Refugees
Journalist and Eritrean refugee rights activist Meron Estefanos has a huge impact on Eritrean exiles
Key African Corruption Fighters Outline Challenges Ahead
Corruption has become like a national sport where politicians gamble with taxpayers’ money
Young South Sudan Artists Use Music to Relieve Suffering of War
A group of young artists in South Sudan are hoping music and art can help reverse the damages of war
After African Dictatorships Fall to Ruin, Be Cautious
What happens to Africa after the mud walls of dictatorship come tumbling down and palaces vanish?
A Need For Action on Ghanaian President’s Corruption Scandals
A group of anti-corruption institutions has asked President to tackle three major corruption scandals