Popular Zimbabwean movements seem to understand the difficulty of mobilizing disaffected citizens outside of the channels established by the parties and labour unions that dominate politics.
Political Dissidents articles on Democracy Chronicles
In this political dissidents section, DC highlights people who actively challenge established dictatorships, putting their lives on the line for democracy. Also see our entire section on the Political Dissidents who fight dictators around the world or our main section on World Democracy.
Hong Kong Activist Joshua Wong Is Freed, To Join Mass Protests
Newly released from prison, Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong immediately called for Chief Executive Carrie Lam to resign from office.
South Sudanese Activist From Blue House Uprising Sentenced
South Sudan’s high court in Juba sentenced a prominent peace activist and economist to two years in prison after he was accused of inciting an uprising.
Prominent Indonesian News Magazine Tempohas Reported to Police
A former officer in Indonesia’s special forces has filed a complaint with the country’s press council and police against prominent news magazine Tempo.
Detained Iranian Social Media Activist Dies in Prison in Brutal Killing
A lawyer for a detained Iranian activist says he has died in a notorious prison in what one rights group described as a brutal killing by fellow inmates.
Chechen Rights Defender Titiyev Granted Early Release on Parole
The Shali district court in Russia’s Chechnya region says it has granted an early release from prison to human rights activist Oyub Titiyev.
Cameroon Arrests More Opposition Supporters as Protest Efforts Intensify
Cameroon has detained hundreds more supporters of opposition leader Maurice Kamto, who is facing treason charges after leading protests.
A Worrying Crackdown on Political Activists in Jordan
Jordanian authorities have increasingly targeted political and anti-corruption activists on charges that violate the right to free expression.
Mass Arrests of Opposition Members in Cameroon
At least 350 members and supporters of Cameroon’s main opposition party, including its vice president, were arrested across the country this weekend .
Chinese Dissident Badiucao Unmasks, Defying China’s Threats
Last we week we wrote about Badiucao’s inability to exhibit his work internationally and the subsequent challenges faced .