Mali conflict has devastated infrastructure and caused untold suffering for millions: Mali remains a country damaged as hope for rebuilding period begins
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.)
Pro-Democracy Group Unhappy With New Zimbabwe Constitution
Zimbabwe’s dictatorship continues refusing meaningful democratic reform for country
Third World Security Should be the Preeminent Global Concern
Third world security is crucial. Will new concerns for security in third world have a positive or negative impact on development in third world countries?
New Zimbabwe Constitution Allows Mugabe to Stay
New Zimbabwe constitution drawn up by Mugabe and opposition allows for dictator to remain: Powerful allies in military, security services ensure survival
Kenya’s Budding Tech Community Working for Fair Elections
Africa success story Kenya has seen a budding tech community arise that now turns towards elections: Kenya’s budding tech community can be made stronger
Uganda Arrests Opposition Leader Besigye Ahead of Protest
Fragile government beset by rising protests Uganda arrests opposition leader Besigye: Instability in Uganda’s neighborhood threatens more general security
Brutal Dictatorship Eritrea Sees Political Reform Protest
Hazy reports of Eritrea protest seeking reform in one of most brutal dictatorships: Eritrea sees political reform protest reportedly call for reform
Protests Begin as Togo Opposition Pressures President
Protests pit calls for election reform against government delays as Togo opposition pressures President: Protests continue to shake crucial African nation
Entrepreneur Runs Successful Liberia Chalkboard Newspaper
Liberia entrepreneur uses public chalkboard to post news for some of Liberia’s disconnected: Liberia businessman writes chalkboard news to inform neighbors
Violence in Kenya Linked to Coming Disputed Elections
Kenya political violence tied to election cycles is serious threat to country’s future stability: Some political powers tied to ethnic violence in Kenya