Young Libyans are being persecuted and denied the freedom of expression under the guise of protecting “Libyan and Islamic values”.
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.)
Hundreds ‘Disappeared’ And Tortured In Uganda
The Ugandan government has not held to account security officials who unlawfully detained, tortured several government critics, HRW.
Ugandan Journalists Charged With Cyberstalking The President
It is dangerous to criticize the President in Uganda. “Cyberstalking the president” has lately been charged against some journalists.
Wave Of Free Speech Prosecutions In Rwanda
Judicial authorities in Rwanda are prosecuting opposition members, journalists, and commentators on the basis of their speech.
Africa’s Whistleblowers Pay A High Price For Their Courage
Whistleblowers in Africa countries face dismissal, violence and murder. Extensive legislation seldom offers real protection for them.
Nigeria’s Democracy Needs More Legislative Therapy
Despite recent positive advances, such as the electoral reform act of February 2022, much still has to be done to repair Nigeria’s democracy.
Protecting Women During Elections In Malawi
An Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) study suggests that sexism, harassment, violence against women are common in African parliaments.
Aspiring For Gender Parity In Cabinets Across Africa
The demand for women in government has been heard in Africa but more needs to be done to increase gender parity in African cabinets.
Electoral Act Is Great Achievement For Nigeria’s Democracy
The EU’s elections Chief Observer has described the 2022 Electoral Act of Nigeria as a great achievement that will enhance democracy.
Webinar: Analysis On Women’s Political Participation In Africa
The webinar will discuss the situation of women in politics in Africa, as well as what it means to be a woman in politics on the continent.