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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.)
Benin Downgraded In Ranking Of Democratic Freedoms
CIVICUS Monitor, an online database that monitors abuses of civic freedoms, downgraded Benin from Obstructed to Repressed.
Kenya’s Controversial Constitutional Reforms Blocked In Court
Kenya’s constitutional reforms born from a new-found alliance between President Kenyatta and Raila Odinga have been barred in Court.
UN Chief Calls For Continued Support For Sudan Democracy
The United Nations has been monitoring the transition process in Sudan and has released a new statement encouraging reforms.
In Spite Of France, Chad Still Deserves Democratic Governance
Chad’s future and stability are threatened more so by the lack of democracy further eroded by the recent coup than by the Islamist insurgency.
Algerians Take To The Streets In Large Numbers
Algerians are expressing a loud no to quasi-military rule. Despite the ban on protests they returned to the streets in large numbers.
Uganda Dictator Museveni Sworn In for Sixth Term
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni took the oath of office for the sixth term on Wednesday, as he had done five times before.
Tunisia President And PM In Power Struggle
The power struggle between Tunisia’s President and the country’s Prime Minister persists as the two wrestle control of the security forces.
Resilient Algerian Democracy Protesters Hit Streets Again
Despite a strong police presence, thousands protested in Algiers on Friday during a weekly demonstration of the Hirak movement.
France’s Double Standard On Democracy In Africa
France has double standard on democracy in Africa. This was showcased when President Macron attended Chad’s former dictator’s burial.