Amid political violence and rising instability, divided Somali region of Puntland delays elections
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.)
Opposition Faces New Zimbabwe Government Violence
Members of the opposition are routinely harassed and repressed by Zimbabwe government violence
Dictatorship in Sudan Violent Internal Conflict
Sudan violent internal conflict is rocked by violent mutiny of ex-Janjaweed militia soldiers
Protesters Seek End of Libya Militia Rule
Arab Spring continues as protesters push for end of Libya militia rule across troubled country
An Immigrant’s Story: The Modern American Dream
How Liberian immigrant found that the modern American Dream is still very alive for many in 2013
Iran and Sudan Support Dictators Across Africa
Africa’s rebels get help from Iran and Sudan dictatorships that support dictators across Africa
Talks Move Forward Despite Mozambique Violence
Despite Mozambique Violence: Much of Mozambique in fear as violence continues despite Mozambique talks
Soccer Players Unite for Liberia Peace
Many of Africa’s most popular soccer legends come to support peace and reconciliation in post-war country as soccer players unite for Liberia
Sudan Dictatorship’s Hidden War Adds to Nation’s Misery
Extreme violence and civilian casualties characterize Sudan dictatorship’s hidden war in the south
Ruling Party in Has New South African Political Competition
ANP has new South African political competition from organization of famed anti-apartheid activist