Zimbabwe’s fighters of liberation struggle of the 1960s have called for constitutional amendment for raising the presidential age limit from 40 to 52 years.
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.)
Making Democracy Work for All Ghanaians
CDD-Ghana recently released a recommendation assess how government and civil society can work to make its democracy more functional and inclusive.
Mozambique Security Forces Abusing Suspected Insurgents
Mozambique security forces have been implicated in serious abuses while fighting an armed Islamist group in the northern province of Cabo Delgado.
Sudanese Dictator Bashir Gets His 2020 Term Limit Extended
Sudanese dictator Omar al-Bashir gets his 2020 term limit extended after a majority of lawmakers backed a constitutional amendment to enable him stay.
Duo Seeks Peace Through Song In Cameroon
Two musicians are traveling through the volatile English-speaking regions of Cameroon in hopes of ending a war that has killed more than 1,000 people.
Arrest Warrant for Ex-Burundi Leader Inflames Tensions
Pierre Buyoya dismisses as politically motivated arrest warrant against him for his alleged role in assassination of Burundi’s first democratically elected leader.
Nigerian President Denies Dying and being Replaced by Lookalike
Nigeria’s President Buhari denies claims of his death and of being replaced by a Sudanese impostor, a rumour that has circulated on social media for months.
Beyonce Leads All-Star Line-Up at Mandela Tribute Concert
Thousands turned out on Sunday for a concert in Johannesburg to honor the life of Nelson Mandela, with Beyonce leading an all-star line-up.
Rwandan Dissident Draws US Congressional Support
U.S. congressional lawmakers are pressing Rwanda’s government against incarcerating Diane Rwigara,after convicted for insurrection and forgery.
Nigerian Media Debuts Collaborative Project To Fight Fake News
At least 15 Nigerian organizations debuted a collaborative online platform Wednesday to combat fake news ahead of the country’s February elections.