insert_link Namibia Local leaders recognised for upholding democratic principles Kevin Casas-Zamora, Secretary General of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance, has praised Namibia's political leadership for their dedication to upholding the rule of law. The Namibia Press Agency reports that during his official visit, he engaged with political figures, including President Nangolo Mbumba, discussing global democracy trends. During a presentation on Tuesday about the global state of democracy, Casas-Zamora commended political actors, including President Mbumba, for their […] today26 June, 2024
insert_link World India elections: ‘Our rule of law is under attack from our own government, but the world does not see this’ By Sandhya Fuchs, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam On a crisp winter morning in February 2023, I meet one of my South Delhi neighbours, a lawyer in India’s supreme court, in a local cafe. As an avid promoter of religious minority rights, known for his commitment to the principles of equality that were enshrined in the constitution after India gained independence in 1947, I am taken aback by the […] today15 April, 2024
insert_link World UN human rights office ‘appalled’ by Alexei Navalny’s death in prison The UN human rights office OHCHR said it was appalled at the news on Friday that jailed Russian opposition leader, and lawyer Alexei Navalny had died in prison. today19 February, 2024
insert_link Namibia President Geingob supported freedom of speech and journalist safety: Aochamub By Andreas Thomas Former President Hage Geingob was a staunch believer in the rule of law, particularly in freedom of speech, media freedom, and the safety of journalists. This is how the late president’s former press secretary, Albertus Aochamub, who is currently the Namibian Ambassador to France, remembered his former principal. “What was important was his belief in the rule of law. And press freedom for him […] today14 February, 2024
insert_link Africa Nigeria has a democracy deficit – corruption and a lack of welfare policies are to blame By Fidelis Allen, University of Port Harcourt Democracy refers, at a minimum, to a political system that guarantees some involvement in decision-making. It gives citizens opportunities to choose and replace their leaders or representatives via free and fair elections. But that’s not all. Democracy also protects citizens’ socio-economic, political and cultural rights. Its success turns on its ability to bring changes to the living conditions of citizens. It […] today25 January, 2024
