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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.)
Sweeping Victory is Problem for Ethiopia Democracy
Ruling party takes almost 100 percent of Parliament in disaster for nascent Ethiopia democracy
Tanzania Media Law Draws International Concern
Journalism watchdogs worry that the new restrictions on Tanzania media will have chilling effect
100 Days Later, Pro-Democracy Zimbabwe Activist is Missing
Long after disappearance, family holds out hope for pro-democracy Zimbabwe journalist gone missing
African Free Trade Pact Seeks Continent’s Integration
Deal signed in Egypt seeks to promote regional integration in support of African free trade ties
Continuing Horrific Crimes of Eritrean Dictatorship
United Nations outlines litany of human rights abuses that underlie rule of Eritrean dictatorship
Pressure Grows to Cancel Burundi Elections
African Union leaders increase pressure for President to cancel controversial Burundi elections
From Eritrean Child Soldier to Swedish Parliarmentarian
Escape from childhood nightmare for Eritrean child soldier to later success is modern fairy tale
Sudan Newspaper Censorship May Lead to Strike
United journalists find that unity and protest are only way to counter Sudan newspaper censorship
Madagascar Parliament Votes to Oust President in Crisis
Embattled President’s fate to be decided in court after unprecedented Madagascar Parliament vote