Somali regionalism represented by Somaliland and Puntland examples is complicating vote plans
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.)
Brazzaville Vote For President’s Third Term is Set
President Denis Sassou-Nguesso will seek a third term in controversial Congo Brazzaville vote
How Should They Organize the Somali Presidential Election?
Years of conflict mean decision on how to run the Somali Presidential election is very important
Somaliland: The South Sudan Scenario
To avoid the South Sudan scenario, a reliable working government in Mogadishu would likely evaporate the one clan dream in Somaliland and ensure the territorial integrity of Somalia.
Illegal Fishing in Somali Waters Needs International Solution
Somalia is rich in marine life fisheries that have attracted many illegal fishing operations. This increasingly widespread practice has the disastrous effect of depleting the poor nation’s food supply.
Somali Government Official Says Christmas is Not Banned
The head of Somalia’s Banadir Regional Administration of the capital Mogadishu, said that he was not informed about the ban on Christmas celebrations issued by the national religious affairs ministry.
Rwanda Term Extension For President Confirmed in Vote
President Paul Kagame won his Rwanda term extension in worrying trend for African democracy
Zambia’s New Braille Ballots Increase Access to Vote
Introduction of braille ballots in Zambia will be benefit to blind voters and nation as a whole
Nicki Minaj Should Cancel Her Concert For Angola’s Dictator
American rapper Nicki Minaj urged to cancel Angola concert that benefits repressive dictatorship
Will Rwanda Voters Allow a Kagame Third Term?
Another setback for African democracy likely if Kagame third term referendum successful