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In this guest contribution, Ajibola Adigun of Nigeria outlines concerns about legislation threatening freedom of the media, an institution that has been described as the guardian of democratic rights.  In a desperate attempt to avoid criticism, members of the Kenyan Parliament have resorted to attacking the press. Kenyan journalists are being forced to endure costly …

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A more systemic approach is needed to entrench citizen engagement in democratic governance, writes Christine Shahbenderian, 23, a Correspondent from Nicosia in Cyprus, who argues that it is high time for us to do democracy differently.  “[The] key characteristic of democracy is the continuing responsiveness of the government to the preferences of its citizens, considered …

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“Young people have a role to play in ensuring good governance by keeping watch on all branches of the State,” writes Angelique Pouponneau, 25, a Correspondent from the Seychelles. She explores the idea that knowledge of the Constitution can help young people guide the direction of their respective countries. As a symbol of unity, in …

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The media says proposed amalgamation will strengthen public broadcasting, but Hsin-Yi Lo, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Melbourne, Australia, argues there are severe implications for democracy when media ownership is concentrated and diversity is limited. In late February, Mark Scott of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation questioned if Australia really needs two public broadcasters. He contests there isn’t …

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Corruption is robbing the African economy and hurting social development, but Omeye Kenechukwu, 20, a Correspondent from Nigeria, argues that politicians, banks and civic action can change attitudes and practices to eradicate the problem. Corruption is a social problem in Africa that has eaten deep inside the minds of Africans. It manifests through fraud, embezzlement, and misappropriation of public …

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On 29th May, 2015, it seemed a messiah had come to fulfil the promise of the All Progressive Congress, which was “Change”, writes Omeye Kenechukwu, 20, a Correspondent from Nigeria, who examines the past year of government and events. Corruption has eaten deep to the heart and mind of Nigerians, as the oil-rich country seems unable to boost …

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The resignation of Britain’s Prime Minister after the historic Brexit vote offers an informative view on leadership, writes Mary-Jean Nleya, 24, a Correspondent from Botswana. As the media is abuzz with the resignation of David Cameron as British Prime Minister, there are leadership lessons to glean from his conduct. On Wednesday, July 13, 2016 David Cameron …

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With election day looming, Angelique Pouponneau, 26, a Commonwealth Correspondent from the Seychelles, questions the rules about eligibility to run for office and speaks with youth who have stepped into the political arena. In some countries, the only eligibility requirement to run for election as a member of parliament is to be aged 35. They do …

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Cameroon is introducing new national ID cards to its citizens, writes Medjom Colbie, 23, a Correspondent from Yaounde in Cameroon, who explains how a decree signed in August marks the beginning of a secured system and a campaign for the identification card. According to the decree of 04 August, 2016, describing the procedures and the delivery of the national …

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