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@ Brookings Podcast: African Elections and Democracy

June 3, 2011

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Video Podcast “@ Brookings”

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Nations across Africa are holding elections, a good sign for emerging democracies on the continent. However, expert Melvin Ayogu says the quality of governance in African nations varies widely. Some states are making solid progress toward becoming effective democracies, while others remain under the sway of corrupt leaders, with serious consequences for economic growth and development.