On this day, 118 years ago, Queen Victoria of Britain made the Royal Proclamation of the Commonwealth of Australia, declaring its creation on and after the first day of January 1901.
Colonialism articles on Democracy Chronicles
European colonialism, or imperialism, began in the 15th century with the "Age of Discovery", led by Portuguese and Spanish exploration of the Americas, and the coasts of Africa, the Middle East, India, and East Asia, eventually covering every nation on the planet. The world experienced colonialism together and today's world has been shaped by this critical period of history. Also see our section on World Democracy and our archive of history articles.
Pakistani Tribal Areas Secure Long Sought Promise of Equal Rights
Pakistan’s upper and lower houses of parliament have passed a historic bill giving the long suffering tribal areas equal rights and ending a destructive legacy left over from the era of British colonial rule.
First-time Director Brings Post-Post-Colonial South Africa to Cannes
Writer-director Etienne Kallos was drawn to the story of a community in a “post-post-colonial” world
Towards a New British-Zimbabwe Diplomatic Relationship
After almost two decades of stalemate, evident change has come to Zimbabwe. British Prime Minister Theresa May now has found a credible ally, in new Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa, to work to rebuild trust with former its colonial master.
Probe of Businessman Highlights Undue French Influence in Africa
France continues to be a major economic and political player in West Africa, especially in its former colonies
Zimbabwe Independence Day: An occasion for contemplation and insight
As Zimbabwe celebrates its Independence Day this Wednesday, the annual holiday will come with an added layer of meaning. This marks 38 years since the achievement of hard-fought nationhood.
60 years of conflict and failed peacebuilding in Central African Republic
It is an open secret that France is still the colonial master of its former colonies. It has never wished for its former colonies to be independent as it totally relies on their resources to remain relevant.
A Look at Recently Felled African Liberation Movement Leaders
The leaders of two key African countries resigned their posts within 24 hours of each other in mid-February
Remember the Vietnam My Lai Massacre by US troops 50 years ago
In a new interview published a few days ago, famous investigative journalist Seymour Hersh spends some time recalling the My Lai massacre of civilians in Vietnam he first reported on 50 years ago.
Causes of Electoral Violence in Africa
The evidence we uncovered in this study showed that patrimonialism as the style of politics, the types of elections, the type of electoral system and election administration are the main causes of election violence in Africa.