Cameroon diaspora opposed to President Biya clashed for the second time with Geneva police Saturday as they asked Biya leaves Switzerland.
Protests articles on Democracy Chronicles
Political protests are a human right, political right and civil liberty to come together and collectively express, promote, pursue and defend common interest. Today, pro-democracy protests and freedom of speech remain under threat. Also take a look at our articles on the Arab Spring, Occupy Wall Street, Occupy Turkey, and the Tea Party.
Can Hong Kong’s Civil Liberties Survive Another Year?
Hong Kong’s civil liberties are at risk, with free speech stifled and police given the power to arrest people who oppose the government.
Can Democracy Come To Cuba?
A key observer argues that while recent protests are extraordinary and signify change, many forces in Cuba are pushing against democracy.
Arrests After Thousands Rally Against Cuban Government
Media sources report that thousands of people joined Cuba’s largest anti-communist protests in decades, resulting in dozens of arrests.
Hong Kong Democracy Activists Face September Trial
47 Hong Kong pro-democracy activists will go on trial September after prosecutors were given more time to build a case against them.
Epicenter Of Algeria’s Pro-Democracy Protests Moves
Algeria’s pro-democracy activists have moved their protests to the restive Kabylie region as a result of brutal repression in the capital.
Pro-Democracy Protests In Eswatini Intensify
Democracy protests have erupted in Eswatini, fueled by long-standing complaints of the monarchy and concerns over police violence.
Democracy Is Key To Battling Climate Change
Due to the separation of powers, democracy provides an alternative to compelling political action on climate change through litigation.
Anti-Monarchy Protests In Eswatini Turn Violent
Anti-monarchy protests in Eswatini have gotten violent, prompting authorities to impose a harsh curfew in Africa’s only absolute monarchy.
Can Mauritians Save A Democracy In Trouble?
Democracy in Mauritius is in trouble. In February, Mauritius ranked as a democratizing state and a month later, one of the most autocratizing.