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ADF Statement on Zimbabwe Post-Elections

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Kigali, 2nd August, 2018

The African Democracy Forum has learned with dismay, the worrisome prevalence of post parliamentary and presidential election-related violence which took place in Harare, Zimbabwe, between opposition protesters and security forces, whereby 3 unidentified people were killed and others wounded. The ADF condemns such acts of violence which are hostile to the holding of democratic elections.

Violent protests force Uganda government to review social media tax

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"Violent protests in Uganda has forced the government to review a controversial tax imposed on social media use in the country." Read more here https://edition.cnn.com/2018/07/11/africa/uganda-social-media-tax-protes...

Malawi opposition calls for president to resign over corruption allegations

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"Malawi’s main opposition party on Monday called for President Peter Mutharika to resign over allegations he received a kickback from a $4 million government contract." Read more here http://www.africanews.com/2018/07/03/malawi-opposition-calls-for-preside...

Salva Kiir and Riek Machar strike peace deal

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"South Sudanese President Salva Kiir and rebel leader Riek Machar have finally inked an agreement to end the war." Read more here https://www.nation.co.ke/news/africa/South-Sudan-rivals-strike-peace-dea...

At least 16 dead in central Mali ethnic clashes: government

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" At least 16 Fulani herders have been killed in suspected ethnic clashes in central Mali, the government and local sources said on Sunday, underscoring the chronic instability blighting the West African nation ahead of elections next month." Read more here https://www.reuters.com/article/us-mali-security/at-least-16-dead-in-cen...

Zimbabwe rules out state of emergency after Bulawayo blast

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Zimbabwe’s presidential spokesman is ruling out a state of emergency after an explosion at the president’s campaign rally that state media has called an assassination attempt.

Uganda activists dump coffins outside parliament to protest murders

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"More than 20 people, mostly women and children have been abducted for ransom in recent months in the country. And rights groups say they have had enough." Read more here https://edition.cnn.com/2018/06/06/africa/ugandan-activists-parliament-c...

Zanu PF Parliamentary candidates plotting to impeach Mnangagwa

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"Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Wednesday, said he has unearthed a plot to impeach him soon after the elections by legislators from his own Zanu-PF party." Read more here https://www.africanindy.com/news/zanu-pf-parliamentary-candidates-plotti...

Ethiopia cabinet drafts early end to state of emergency

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"The government said law and order had been restored in the country.The three years of deadly protests by the country's two largest ethnic groups - the Oromo and the Amhara - appear to have come to an end. Thousands of political prisoners have been released and other reforms promised.The draft will be sent to parliament which is expected to endorse it as all MPs are from the governing party." Read more here http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-44344025

Q&A on Governance

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When you look at Africa:

1. What does good Governance Look Like?

THE CYCLE OF AID: IT’S IMPACT ON AFRICA’S GOVERNANCE

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As the continent warms up to the 55th anniversary of Africa day, there is a jovial atmosphere to celebrate the unity and the renewed determination to growth and development on the continent. The day will be commemorated under the theme; “African Union Agenda 2063” an integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens and representing a dynamic force in the international arena. Well, isn’t this a good theme? It is, but to what extent are we laying a solid foundation for our future generations to achieve this, come 2063.

Governance in Africa

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When talking about governance in Africa, one can say that it has alarmingly declined over the past decade. Characteristics such as bureaucratic obstruction, weak judiciaries, the rule of law and corruption have led to that. This can only be modified through accountability, transparency and competency. There are three main trends that can be identified when addressing governance on the African continent.