The summits between the North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and U.S and South Korean presidents, have failed to address human rights concerns about North Korea.
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
Thoughts on the Evolution of Democracy
Democracy will not succeed until we recognize that there are many among us with the ability and the integrity to improve our lives. We must devise a way to seek them out and raise them to public office.
Sudan Protester’s Funeral Becomes New Flashpoint in Unrest
Funeral of a 60-year-old protester who died from a gunshot wound sustained during anti-government demonstrations becomes the new flashpoint in Sudan unrest.
Sudanese Professional Groups Call for Rallies Across Country
Sudanese professional and opposition groups called for protests in 12 cities including capital Khartoum requesting President Omar al-Bashir to step down.
Angola’s Oil Reforms: Miracle or Mirage?
Angolan President Joao Lourenco makes headline-grabbing changes in nation’s vital oil sector since taking power in 2017 while skeptics see move as cosmetic.
China Executes Thousands Yearly, But True Number is State Secret
China executes thousands yearly but true number is state secret according to Amnesty International report looking at capital punishment around world.
Gabon’s Ailing Dictator Returns for Government Swearing-in
Gabon’s President Ali Bongo Ondimba, who has been out of country for health reasons since October, has returned for the swearing-in of his new government.
Sudan’s al-Bashir Defiant Weeks Into Protests Seeking His Fall
Sudan’s al-Bashir was defiant Monday in face of more than three weeks of protests reiterating that change in leadership can only come through ballot box.
Shockwaves in Ivory Coast After Gbagbo’s Acquittal by ICC
The International Criminal Court in a stunning decision on Tuesday acquitted former Ivorian president Laurent Gbagbo of war crimes charges.
Gabon’s President Returns Home After Extended Medical Leave
His return comes a week after a military group took over the state radio station. The coup was quickly halted but exposed growing frustration.