About 50 people were killed in violence that broke out as hundreds took to the streets to demand a quicker transition to democratic rule.
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.
Iran Protests Persist, Becoming Threat For Tehran
The spontaneous demonstrations in Iran over the death of Mahsa Amini persist and keep changing, becoming a threat to Iran.
Thailand Denies Entry To Model Who Denounced Myanmar Junta
A model who fled to Thailand after condemning a military coup in her country Myanmar has been barred from returning to Bangkok.
Sri Lanka Crackdown On Protest Rights Must End
The Sri Lankan authorities have fiercely clamped down on protests and demonized protesters during a period of economic crisis.
How Sri Lankans Rose Up to Dethrone A Dynasty
Following President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s resignation, protesters in Colombo, Sri Lanka, were seen having a good time last month.
Thousands In Bosnia Protest Possible Changes To Election Law
The Office of the High Representative is pushing for a new law in Bosnia that would modify both the election laws and constitution.
Mass Shootings: Time To Ramp Up Citizen Action
Those controlling the levers of power need to be confronted on these issues and made uncomfortable enough so that they can act.
Arabs Believe Economy Is Weak Under Democracy
After fighting for democracy during the Arab Spring, Arabs in North Africa, Middle East seem to think the economy suffers under democracy.
Internet Cut In Sudan’s Capital Ahead Of Democracy Protests
In an unprecedented move, Sudan’s junta cut off web access in Khartoum ahead of Thursday’s planned pro-democracy demonstrations.
Algeria Silencing Critics At Home And Abroad
Algeria’s army is unravelling all democratic gains made up to the point of Bouteflika’s exit, silencing critics both at home and abroad.