Court ruling moves critically important Nigerian corruption case for Senate President to trial
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.)
Newly Won Tunisian Press Freedoms Still Under Threat
Political violence and government overreach threaten hard won victory for Tunisian press freedoms
Kabila Third Term Bid is Disaster For Congo
African and international action needed to help prevent President Joseph Kabila third term in Congo
Mauritanian Slavery Opponents Targeted in Crackdown
Mauritanian slavery system is worst in modern world but campaigners are jailed for opposing it
Will Mugabe’s Wife Become Zimbabwe’s Next President?
Opposition leaders fear Robert Mugabe’s wife is positioning herself to take over from President
At Least 4 Killed at Pro-Democracy Congo Protests
Brazzaville Congo protests seek to prevent long-sitting President’s attempt to steal third term
Huge Tanzanian Youth Vote Will Decide the Election
All eyes set on massive Tanzanian youth vote at half of national population for upcoming election
Crucial Tanzanian Elections Have No Room For Failure
Fair and peaceful Tanzanian elections are vitally important step for millions in Sub-Saharan Africa
44 West African Presidential Candidates Show Change
More competitors hints at more competition among plethora of West African Presidential Candidates
Congo-Brazzaville President Moves to Extend Term Limits
Term and age limits should prevent Congo-Brazzaville President from keeping office, but he refuses