The Algerian military junta’s strategy to discredit Algeria’s pro-democracy Hirak has been one conspiracy theory after another.
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.)
Mike Sonko: How A Jail-Breaker Became Nairobi’s Governor
Just as his rise was unusual, so was Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko’s decline. In December, he was impeached for abuse of office.
Cameroon: Prospects For Democracy, Peace and Stability
Cameroon’s prospects for democracy, peace and stability are worrying as over-the-counter transfer of power looms in a difficult context.
Instability in Oil Nations Likely If World Addresses Climate Change
As the world transitions to low-carbon energy output, Algeria, Chad, Iraq, and Nigeria will be among the first to witness political instability.
The Tools Used by Ruling Parties to Restrain West African Democracy
As is the case in many other African states, ruling parties in West Africa are mounting various barriers for opponents running for office.
Libya’s New Government Should Put Rights And Democracy First
There is a new Government of National Unity (GNU) in Libya. The stakes are human rights, and free and fair elections in December 2021.
How A Lack Of Term Limits in Africa Weakens its Democracy
African Presidents give spurious reasons for wanting third terms. But the lack of term limits in Africa weakens the continent’s democracy.
How Tanzania’s John Magufuli Hid His Tyranny
Tanzania went from being a country where free expression was accepted to absolute tyranny during John Magufuli’s six-year rule.
South Africa’s Time For Electoral Reform May Have Arrived
Proportional representation hands power to party bosses which disempowers voters. It may be time for electoral reform in South Africa.
Partial Solutions Are Available For Tunisia’s Constitutional Impasse
The feud between the President of the Republic and the Prime Minister in Tunisia has devolved into a constitutional impasse.