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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.)

Ugandan Opposition Leader Detained

January 20, 2012 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

IACA international anti-corruption organization

Leading Ugandan opposition leader arrested raising worries of renewed crackdown on dissent

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Uganda

After Disputed Election, Sirleaf Takes Oath of Office in Liberia

January 17, 2012 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Liberia Chalkboard Newspaper President Sirleaf

President takes her first Oath of Office in Liberia with range of dangers facing post-war nation

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Liberia, West Africa

Libyan Militias Clash Near Tripoli

January 16, 2012 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Libya Protesters Wave National Flag After Vote

Increasing Fears That Libyan Militias Clash Near Tripoli Hints at Broader Threat to Security

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Libya

World Citizen: A Blog on International Democracy

January 9, 2012 by Adrian Tawfik Leave a Comment

Freedom House Map Iran Dictatorship Internal Violence

I think it might be helpful to give an overview of my perspective on international politics, particularly, on the importance of progress on real elections

Filed Under: Adrian Tawfik's Opinion Column, DC Authors Tagged With: Africa, Arab Spring, China, Dictatorships, Europe, South America

Massive Public Protests Set Nigeria on Fire During Shut Down

January 9, 2012 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Nigeria on Fire: Deadly clashes

Nigeria on Fire: Deadly clashes as protesters shut down Nigeria as more new worry spreads

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Cameroon, Nigeria

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