Africa: After the Bell – Elections in Africa Can Teach the Rest of the World About Democracy

Liberation movements no longer appeal to voters and this is why there have been tectonic shifts in election outcomes. Democracy is maturing in Africa, as seen in a peaceful transfer of power in some countries.

Africa might still be perceived as a basket case with the continent not having much going for it. However, the continent — even with its many shortcomings — has an advantage over the developed world.

That advantage, evident in 2024, involves democracy in several African countries holding…