In an unprecedented move, Sudan’s junta cut off web access in Khartoum ahead of Thursday’s planned pro-democracy demonstrations.
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.)
Algeria Silencing Critics At Home And Abroad
Algeria’s army is unravelling all democratic gains made up to the point of Bouteflika’s exit, silencing critics both at home and abroad.
Sudan At Least 7 Dead In Mass Protests Against Army Rule
Seven people were killed last Thursday when the Sudanese military used live bullets to disperse crowds in response to protests.
Acclaimed Zimbabwe Author Slapped With Arrest Warrant
The warrant of arrest for Tsitsi came after she failed to appear in court over charges of inciting violence. Her lawyer said she was ill.
Nigeria’s New Kingmakers
Nigeria is Africa’s most populous country and its biggest democracy, yet its leaders are chosen by a small group of kingmakers.
Democracy Day, E-Governance And Better Nigeria
Nigeria is the fastest-growing ICT market in Africa, yet it still falls short when it comes to offering its citizens e-governance services.
Tunisia’s Saied Unpicks Young ‘Arab Spring’ Democracy
After demolishing most of Tunisia’s nascent democracy over 11 stormy months, President Kais Saied now wields nearly all state power.
Namibian president denies ‘inappropriately’ assisting Ramaphosa
Namibia’s government says charges that President Geingob used his office to aid South African counterpart in a cover up are false.
Mali Junta Sets Two-Year Delay For Return To Democracy
Mali’s interim admin stewarded by the junta announced on Monday that the country’s transition to democracy will take 24 months.
No Peace, Democracy For Chad A Year After Deby’s Deat
Idriss Deby, Chad’s then-leader, died an early death on the front lines fighting rebels. One year after, democracy is still to be achieved.