Africa and the Arab Spring: A New Era of Democratic Expectations

Organisation: Africa Center for Strategic Studies, Washington, D.C.
Publish Date: November 2011
Country: Africa
Sector: Democracy & Governance, Legal & Civic Rights
Method: Forecasting
Theme: Youth
Type: Other publication
Tags: Africa, Arab Spring, Youth, Democracy
Military coups in Mali and Guinea-Bissau have overshadowed a deepening institutionalization of democratic processes in Africa over the past decade. These advances have been augmented by a growing commitment by Africa’s regional bodies to uphold emerging democratic standards. The Arab Spring, likewise, sparked a broader debate about the legitimate claims on authority across the continent. These crosscurrents reflect an ongoing struggle for governance norms in Africa that will require active engagement from African reformers and international partners to sustain Africa’s democratic trajectory.
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