Video of a tear gas attack on a commuter bus is a reminder of Zimbabwe police brutality
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.)
Post-Apartheid Imbalances Feeding South African Corruption
Politicians have power without money while old economic order exclusion feeds South African corruption
How to Boost the Political Power of Nigerian Women
One local thinks there is a great opportunity for Nigerian women to take part in government
Ethiopian Olympics Protester Flees Seeking Asylum
Public protest by Ethiopian Olympics protester and silver medal winner Feyisa Lilesa means potential danger
Is Caution Still Necessary on the Somaliland Secession Issue?
Local politicians are set on Somaliland secession from Somalia as pending votes complicate plans
Gabon Election Recount Denied as Crisis Sprials
Incumbent Ali Bongo denies the need for Gabon election recount following reports of irregularities
A Review of the Top Five Somali Presidential Candidates
Here are the top Somali Presidential candidates challenging incumbent leader Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
Congolese Catholic Church Taking Stand Against Kabila Regime
Push for new President and election reforms pits Congolese Catholic Church against ruling Kabila
South African Ruling Party Turmoil Amid Zuma Protests
Zuma resignation calls have sparked round of South African Ruling Party turmoil following vote
US Elections from Afro-Muslim Perspective: Shame and Fear
Non-Americans have to respect whomever Americans vote for but this election has reminded the world that American ‘sophisticated’ electability system can malfunction and of how vulnerable it is