Bizarre reign of Qaddafi is being unraveled as putting Libya back together is blunting democracy
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.)
Nigeria’s Opposition Unite Into Mega-Party
President Jonathan Goodluck will face united foes in next elections as Nigeria’s Opposition Unite
Ten Thousand Political Prisoners in Eritrea
Political prisoners in Eritrea suffer the world’s worst repression with massive violence in system
Kadhafi Figures Banned in Victory for Armed Protest
Bloody and unusual era is gradually coming to close in Libya as hated Kadhafi figures banned
Burundi Law Strips Journalist’s Protections
New Burundi law threatens journalism and media in a fresh blow to press freedom in Africa
South Africa Losing Battle Against Corruption
Political corruption is slowing down the progress of democracy and South Africa losing battle
Algeria Dictator’s Stroke Hints at Coming Trouble
Military Algeria dictator has survived Arab Spring in neighboring nations of Libya and Tunisia
Sudan Dictatorship Aiding Warlord Joseph Kony
International wanted man hunt seek war criminal but aiding warlord Joseph Kony is Sudanese support
Zimbabwe Voter Registration Begins to Take Shape
Free and fair elections can help transfer from Mugabe as Zimbabwe voter registration begins
More Bad News for S. Africa Ruling Party
South Africa ruling party in power since apartheid yet faces allegations of government corruption