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Dictatorships articles on Democracy Chronicles

Here you will find our latest news on dictatorships around the world. These articles attempt to shine a light on the ridiculous, bizarre, and inhumane ramifications that result from organizing human societies without consent of the humans. The worst abuses of dictatorships will be covered here as well as their most outrageous behavior. Also see our section on the Political Dissidents who struggle against dictatorships across the world.

“From the errors of other nations, let us learn wisdom.”

Thomas Paine

Chadian President Idriss Deby dies on the frontline

by Ngah Gabriel - April 20, 2021

Chadian President Idriss Deby has died on the frontline

Chadian President Idriss Deby has died on the frontline. Elected for a 6th term April 11, Deby was wounded in combat with rebels.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Dictatorships

Menace Of Hereditary Monarchy Descends Upon Africa

by DC Editors - April 18, 2021

Hereditary Monarchy Descends Upon Africa

In a growing number of African countries, there are attempts to perpetuate the power of long-dominant families.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Cameroon, Dictatorships, Nepotism

The Death of a Warlord in the Central African Republic

by DC Editors - April 18, 2021

The Death of a Warlord in the Central African Republic

The death of Sidiki Abbas of the 3R, one of the most violent warlords in the Central African Republic, was announced earlier this month.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Africa, Central African Republic, Dictatorships

How Authoritarian Vestiges Haunt Young Democracies

by DC Editors - April 18, 2021

How Authoritarian Vestiges Haunt Young Democracies

Most new democracies have vestiges of the old authoritarian regimes, such as successor parties, constitutions, and subnational enclaves.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Election History, Election Science, Worldwide

Tanzania’s Last Election May Mark End Of Competitive Politics

by DC Editors - April 18, 2021

Tanzania’s Last Election May Mark End Of Competitive Politics

Tanzania’s 2020 election was a watershed moment. The ruling party rigged the elections on a large scale as part of an oppressive campaign.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Dictatorships, Tanzania

Somalia’s President Signs Law Extending His Tenure

by DC Editors - April 16, 2021

Somalia’s President Signs Law Extending His Tenure

As the U.S. and others threatened sanctions, Somalia’s president defiantly signed a law extending his and his government’s tenure.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Dictatorships, Somalia

Why The World Turns a Blind Eye To Chad’s Dictator

by DC Editors - April 15, 2021

Why the World turns a Blind Eye to Chad’s Dictatorship

When a dictatorial partner in the war on terror like Chad stages another controversial election, Western democracies turn a blind eye.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Dictatorships, Worldwide Corruption

Experts Sound Alarm Over Uganda ‘Brutal’ Election Crackdown

by DC Editors - April 14, 2021

Experts Sound Alarm Over Uganda ‘Brutal’ Election Crackdown

Uganda’s 2021 electoral context has seen a brutal election crackdown. Some have been arrested, others tortured in state gulags.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Dictatorships, Uganda

Chad’s Dictator Set To Extend His 30-Year Rule

by DC Editors - April 13, 2021

Chad's Dictator Set To Extend His 30-Year Rule

Idriss Deby of Chad is set to extend his over 30 year rule and dictatorship following the presidential election of April 11, 2021.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Dictatorships

Myanmar Coup Reflects Autocracy’s Rise in Southeast Asia

by DC Editors - April 13, 2021

Myanmar Coup Reflects Autocracy’s Rise in Southeast Asia

The coup in Myanmar reflects autocracy’s rise in southeast Asia. It showcases how the region has been sliding back into autocracy.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Burma, Dictatorships

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