Democracy, Conflict, & Governance
Ghana’s democracy under the fourth republic
What explains the vastly different democratic trajectories across Africa? What are the main drivers of democratic resilience? And what interventions must we employ today to protect and consolidate democracy tomorrow?
The research and commentaries comprising this Brookings Institution project take a deep look into the political trajectories of five countries—the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ghana, Kenya, Mali, and Zimbabwe—to understand how distinct regime pathways emerge and provide actionable recommendations for how stable, resilient democracy can be advanced.
Democracy, Conflict, & Governance
Understanding the evolution and state of democracy in Zimbabwe: When a coup is not called a coup
International Affairs
Democratic resilience in Africa (and Kenya) takes many forms
Democracy, Conflict, & Governance
Democratic resilience in Africa: Lessons from 2024 elections
Democracy, Conflict, & Governance
Explaining Mali’s democratic breakdown: Weak institutions, extra-institutional channels, and insecurity as a trigger
Democracy, Conflict, & Governance
The Democratic Republic of the Congo: A competitive electoral oligarchy
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Global Economy & Development
The state of democracy: Global insights from Africa