On August 8, National Transitional Council will transfer power to General National Congress.
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.)
18 Killed in Ethiopian Ethnic Clashes
Ethiopian Ethnic Clashes: 18 are killed in Ethiopia after ethnic clashes between the Borana and Garri tribes
Togo Opposition Brings Thousands to the Streets
Togo Opposition Brings Thousands to Protest Event as Family Run Dictatorship Sees Revolution
Angola’s Opposition Vows Push For Democratic Elections
Angola’s Opposition: History of Conflict Creates Dangerous Atmosphere and Feared Dictatorship
Dictatorship Urged to Free Sudanese Democracy Activists
Free Sudanese Democracy Activist Arab Spring Protesters Jailed For Criticizing Genocidal Regime
Madagascar Rivals Meet in Sign of Warming Ties
Island of Madagascar Rivals Meet Amid Growth of Increasingly Dramatic Political Leadership Shifts
Zimbabwe Must Stop Violence or Live with US Sanctions
The US will not lift sanctions and warns that Mugabe’s Zimbabwe must stop violence in election
Liberia President Sirleaf Fights For Press Freedom
Liberia President Sirleaf: Signs Pledge Designed by Experts on Press Freedom and Journalists
Togo Opposition Protest Rally Against Crackdown
Government Attacks on Latest Large Togo Opposition Protest Rally Seen as Move Away From Democracy
Libya Liberal Coalition Gains Most Votes in Election
Libya Liberal Coalition Parties Take Majority of Available Seats During Mostly Peaceful Election