Western Sahara articles on Democracy Chronicles

News about the struggle for democracy in Western Sahara. Western Sahara is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, the disputed territory in north Africa is on "the United Nations list of non-self-governing territories since 1963 after a Moroccan demand but seeks independence". Also look at our articles on Morocco.

Peaceful Western Sahara Protesters Abused

by DC Editors - December 10, 2013

Forgotten conflict simmers under surface of Morocco tensions as Western Sahara protesters abused

Sunday Mali Elections Are Vitally Important

by DC Editors - August 9, 2013

Sunday Mali elections hoped to represent return to democracy and stability in West Africa

Western Sahara Tribe Struggles For Elusive Peace

by DC Editors - July 22, 2013

Amazigh Western Sahara tribe struggles for identity and future in contested territory of Africa

Can Elections Heal Troubled Mali?

by DC Editors - June 11, 2013

Democracy was carelessly tossed aside by coup but new elections coming to help heal troubled Mali

Morocco Accused of Torture in Western Sahara

by DC Editors - May 16, 2013

Simmering conflict and torture in Western Sahara takes new turn with Morocco accusation

Human Rights Activists Watching Mali Closely

by DC Editors - April 12, 2013

Major violence during ongoing wars have devastated already poor people, but rights activists watching Mali conflict with unease that stability is close

Mali Remains a Country Damaged by War

by DC Editors - February 6, 2013

Mali conflict has devastated infrastructure and caused untold suffering for millions: Mali remains a country damaged as hope for rebuilding period begins

Peace Talks With Rebels in Mali Move Forward

by DC Editors - December 4, 2012

Nation continues to face rebel control of half of country while talks with rebels in Mali are uncertain – Can the government find peace with rebels or is Mali in for more trouble?