South Africa’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa, VP under Zuma, appeared before the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture Wednesday.
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.)
Elections To Test Zambia’s Standing As Stable Democracy
Zambia’s reputation as one of Africa’s most stable democracies will be tested this week when President Edgar Lungu seeks re-election.
In eSwatini, Student Unions Lead Fight For Rights
Students unionists in Eswatini, Africa’s last absolute monarchy, fear expulsion from university, jail, terror charges, and torture.
Attack On Journalists As Threat To Nigeria Democracy
Two recent attacks on journalists raise concerns about the increased dangers Nigerian journalists confront in the course of their work.
Renewed Judicial Harassment Of Egypt’s Rights Defenders
As part of a decade-old criminal probe, Egyptian authorities summoned at least five human rights activists for questioning in July 2021.
Tunisian President Accused Of Undermining Democracy
Kais Saied has been sacked by Tunisia’s troubled politicians as an experienced outsider despite a landslide in the 2019 presidential.
South Africa Riots Reveal Political Failures
Owners of looted shops in Soweto accuse the South African government of neglecting them during this month’s violence and looting.
Africa’s Last Absolute Monarchy Is Shaken
The landlocked country once known as Swaziland is cracking down on pro-democracy protesters, sparking a crisis in Southern Africa.
It’s Not Too Late To Save Tunisia’s Shaky Democracy
Tunisia is disintegrating, where the Arab Spring began. It may, however, not be too late to salvage the country’s shaky democracy.
Hopes For A Democratic Turn In Tanzania Fading
Tanzania’s opposition leader was arrested last week and charged with plotting to kill state officials, dashing hopes for a democratic turn.