A UN agency chief has applauded Sudan’s women as “powerful allies” and “agents of change” for democracy, peace and human rights.
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.)
Congo-Brazzaville Turns Off Internet Ahead of Presidential Elections
After internet and social media access in the Republic of Congo was cut, voting resumed on presidential election day on Sunday.
Congo-Brazzaville Elections: A Predetermined Outcome?
One of the candidates in Congo-Brazzaville elections this year is incumbent Sassou-Nguesso who is running for a 4th term in a row.
Somali Journalist Sentenced To 3 Years In Prison By Military Court
With neither lawyer nor family present, Somalia’s autonomous Puntland state sentenced journalist Kilwe Adan Farah to 3 years in jail.
Egyptian Human Rights Activist Convicted On Bogus Charges
The conviction of Sanna Seif by an Egyptian court on bogus charges of false news aim to hide the government’s bad human rights record.
Innovative African Women’s Political Participation Report Released
A new Afro Barometer report shows that African nations are still far from achieving equal participation of women in decision-making.
Senegal Youth Using Digital Tools To Safeguard Democracy
The internet shutdown in Senegal aims to quell anti-regime protests but Senegalese youth are using digital tools to fight back.
New Video Tells the Story of Exiled Egyptian Activists
In the ten years since Egyptians took to the streets to depose Hosni Mubarak, on-the-ground and online organizing has changed drastically.
Crafting Credible Election Commissions In West Africa
Partisan manipulation of electoral management bodies (EMBs) is colonially inherited, extended by successor regimes in Africa.
Algeria’s Pro-Democracy Hirak Protest Movement Is Back
While Egypt is celebrating the 10 anniversary of the Arab Spring, another North African country, Algeria, is seeing its own ‘spring awakening.’