Democracy

Democracy in West Africa: Beyond Elections, Toward Accountability

Posted on by Samuel Odebowale
Democracy in West Africa: Beyond Elections, Toward Accountability

West Africa has become a region of contrasts. On one hand, we see regular elections, peaceful transitions, and leaders who claim democratic legitimacy. On the other, we witness coups, corruption, and institutions too weak to protect citizens. Reports from NAN and APS highlight rising frustration: democracy is being reduced to ballots, while accountability and governance remain neglected. Citizens deserve more than election day rituals — they deserve governments that serve them every day.   Elections…

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Navigating Democracy Amid Regional Power Shifts and Oversight

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Navigating Democracy Amid Regional Power Shifts and Oversight

In a moment when democratic institutions across Africa face mounting pressures from political instability, security crises and executive overreach, recent moves to strengthen parliamentary oversight offer a means to renew confidence, safeguard accountability and recalibrate the balance of power.   Renewed Oversight in Practice: South Africa Leads by Example On 3 December 2025, the National Assembly of South Africa adopted amended parliamentary rules to establish a dedicated Committee on the Presidency — a formal body…

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