Scores of devout Muslim youths sowed panic with protests in Senegal’s Dakar on Monday
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.)
Ghana ex-President’s Wife Can’t Run Herself
Rawlings Ghana ex-President’s Wife Can’t Run in Ghana presidential polls in African democracy
Congo Conflict Deepens as Neighbors Interfere in Violence
Rwanda defense minister is accused of being the “de facto” commander of rebellion as Congo conflict deepens once again
Move to Solidify Tunisia Freedom of Speech
Protests by Journalists and Supporters Forces Government to Solidify Tunisia Freedom of Speech
Attack on Power Plant in Fragile Cote d’Ivoire
Violence Still Common in Post-Conflict Fragile Cote d’Ivoire as Opposition to Government Continues
Wife of Ghana’s Ex-Leader to Run For President
African Democracy Superstar Ghana Seeks Stability After President’s Death as Wife of Ghana’s Ex-Leader Declares Her Run
Has Obama Helped Africa Democracy Enough?
Obama Helped Africa Democracy But First African American President Distracted by Middle East, Asia
Former Congolese MP Imprisoned Following Allegations of Nationality Fraud
Worries over human rights and political repression as another important Congolese MP imprisoned
Organization Plans Massive Election Monitoring System For Sierra Leone
Election System For Sierra Leone to Test Fragile Peace as Democracy Advocates Watch Closely
Suu Kyi Heaps Praise on Successful Democracy Transitions
Democracy Activist Suu Kyi on Successful Democracy Transitions to Model Sweeping National Changes