Zimbabwe police arrested pastor and political activist Evan Mawarire at his home in capital Harare as anti-government strike entered third and final day.
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.
Thousands March in Belgrade in Anti-Government Protest
Thousands march in Belgrade in anti government protests to mark the anniversary of the unresolved assassination of Kosovo Serb leader.
France’s Macron Launches ‘Grand Debate’ Following Protests
French President Emmanuel Macron is formally launching a “grand debate” to try to appease yellow vest movement following weeks of anti-government protests.
New Tensions and Worries Mark Tunisian Revolution Anniversary
New tensions worries mark Tunisia’s revolutionary anniversary as country marked eight years since a democratic uprising ousted its long-time strongman.
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.
Rallies Against Rising Zimbabwe Cost of Living Continues
Growing tired of chronic economic hardships, hundreds of Zimbabweans took to the streets of Harare Monday, protesting an increase in the price of fuel.
Streets in Capital Empty Following Deadly Zimbabwe Protests
Despite relative calm due to the strike, police and protesters clashed once again, as a military helicopter fired tear gas on demonstrators near Harare.
Hundreds Rally in Sudan’s Capital for Al-Bashir’s Ouster
Hundreds of protesters marched in and around Sudan’s capital Khartoum on Sunday, calling for the ouster of autocratic President Omar al-Bashir.
In Sudan, What Happens After al-Bashir?
As violent anti-government protests enter their fourth week, Sudan appears headed toward political paralysis, with drawn-out unrest across the country.
Activist From Lunch Counter Protest Photo, John Hunter Gray, Dies
A community organizer shown in an iconic photograph while challenging racial segregation in Mississippi in 1960s has died at his home in Pocatello, Idaho.