In the three decades that he has led his country, Isaias Afwerki has never faced an election. He isn’t shy in explaining why this is the case.
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
Authoritarianism Deepens Across Central America
El Salvador’s state of emergency declaration highlights an alarming trend throughout the region where authoritarianism is on the rise.
How China’s Authorities Aim To Control Tibetan Reincarnation
The death of an 86-year-old lama named Tulku Dawa in Lhasa, Tibet, was recently revealed, despite China’s efforts to keep it hidden.
How Russian Propaganda Dominates Chinese Social Media
Online platforms in China are awash with Russian propaganda on the Ukraine conflict, Beijing’s attempt to stoke anti-Western feelings.
Myanmar Junta Leader Vows To ‘Annihilate’ Opponents
During the recent Armed Forces Day parade in Myanmar, the country’s junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, made threats to democracy activists.
Who Are Russia’s Oligarchs And Can They Sway Putin?
After years of helping Putin dominate Russia, it is critical to assess the power that the oligarchs have over him has he attacks Ukraine.
Hundreds ‘Disappeared’ And Tortured In Uganda
The Ugandan government has not held to account security officials who unlawfully detained, tortured several government critics, HRW.
This Is Why Autocracies Fail
Although under certain conditions democracy will experience a reversal, autocracies are far more destabilising and are bound to fail.
Putin Falls Into The Dictator Trap
The risks of miscalculation are compounded, psychology research has shown, by the fact that power literally goes to your head, expert.
How Person-Centric Politics Defies All Norms Of Democracy
The liberation of policy and polity from person-centric politics is important if equitable socio-economic redistribution is to be ensured.