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Democracy

18 articles

Independent, But Are We Free

Independent, But Are We Free?

10 September 2026

Bad Governance

Features & Opinion

When Citizens Adapt To Bad Governance, Everyone Loses

21 August 2026

Zambia Votes: Polls Close As Country Awaits Election Results

Features & Opinion

Zambia Votes: Polls Close As Country Awaits Election Results

14 August 2026

Ethiopia's election

Global South World

Ethiopia’s High-Stakes Election Leaves Millions Unable To Vote

27 May 2026

Accessible seating for persons with disabilities in a community space.

Will Sierra Leone’s Democracy Be Inclusive of Persons with Disabilities?

23 April 2026

Hand holding African and United Nations flags symbolizing democracy and unity in Africa.

Democracy Is Not Dead – But It Must Be Reborn

1 July 2025

Voters wait in line at a polling station during Tanzania’s election process.

Council on Foreign Relations

Tanzania’s Election Will Deepen Cynicism About Democracy

23 April 2025

Group of West African protesters holding flags and a sign against CEDAO.

Council on Foreign Relations

ECOWAS Split Spells Trouble For Democracy In West Africa

11 March 2024

Senegalese protesters wearing masks during a demonstration for democracy.

Council on Foreign Relations

Democracy Deferred In Senegal

19 February 2024

Chad referendum banner on building promoting democratic voting process.

Human Rights Watch

Will Referendum in Chad Lead to Democracy?

15 December 2023

Political leader addressing supporters at a referendum event in Central African Republic.

Human Rights Watch

Referendum Threatens Democracy in Central African Republic

31 July 2023

Election voting process in Nigeria with young voters and election officials.

Questions Arise About Youth Commitment To Democracy After Nigerian Elections

6 July 2023