Guinea’s membership in the West African group ECOWAS has been revoked following a military coup that deposed President Alpha Conde.
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.)
2 Eswatini MPs charged with terrorism Over Pro-democracy Protests
Two members of the Eswatini’s Parliament remain behind bars, while another is on the run for joining the recent pro-democracy protests.
Tanzania Suspends Second Newspaper in Less Than a Month
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has reneged on her promise to back democracy. Her regime suspended a second newspaper Sunday.
Medical Parole for South Africa’s Zuma Ahead of Graft Trial
Just 60 days into his 15-month jail term for contempt of court former South African President, Jacob Zuma, is out on medical parole.
Apparent Coup in Guinea-Conakry
It appears there was a coup in Guinea-Conakry Sunday 5 September 2021 that removed President Conde and dissolved the Constitution.
Political honeymoon in Zambia: New president makes promises
There is a political honeymoon going on in Zambia right now. The new president, Hakainde Hichelma, is making all the right promises.
Peaceful transition of power in Zambia: cautious optimism best
Cautious optimism is best in regards to the future of Zambia’s democracy despite the unfolding peaceful transition of power to Hichilema.
Zambia Starts Counting Ballots In Close Election
Voters waited in long lines to cast their ballots in some Zambian polling stations after dark Thursday, as counting started in others.
Is Morocco’s ‘Arab Spring’ Moment Finally Here?
Hundreds of Moroccans rallied against their government following a fiery suicide by a cart driver. This isn’t the first time this has happened.
Tanzania Suspends Newspaper For Story On President
Tanzania has suspended a local newspaper for publishing that President Samia Suluhu Hassan would not run for re-election in 2025.