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South Africa | Swaziland
SA workers to "invade Swaziland"

afrol News, 28 March - On the day of the planned mass protest in the totalitarian kingdom of Swaziland, 12 April, the powerful trade union COSATU in neighbouring South Africa plans a protest march to "invade" the kingdom in solidarity.
Swaziland
Swazi regime clamps down on protesters

afrol News, 18 March - Some 10,000 pro-democracy protesters in the totalitarian kingdom of Swaziland are met with police forces "armed to their teeth" and roadblocks throughout the city of Manzini.
Ethiopia
Ethiopia's Ogaden rebels issue famine alert

afrol News, 17 March - Rebel groups in Ogaden fighting the Ethiopian government warn of a "severe drought" in the region, which could develop into famine. They claim government is withholding aid.
Equatorial Guinea
Calls for protests in Equatorial Guinea

afrol News, 17 March - One of Equatorial Guinea's major opposition parties is planning a protest in favour of pro-democracy reforms and basic human rights in one of Africa's most dictatorial states.
Swaziland
Swaziland uprising "begins on Friday"

afrol News, 17 March - Trade unions and student organisations in the totalitarian kingdom of Swaziland are to start mass protests and strikes tomorrow, Friday, demanding democracy and economic reforms.
Africa
How African land deals override locals

afrol News, 9 March - A new study into current land lease and sale contracts in Africa shows how local land users are mostly not even consulted in the process. When consulted, they are often tricked.
Western Sahara
Peaceful Western Sahara anti-government protests

afrol News, 5 March - The anti-government protests wave today reached the Sahrawi refugee camps, where "revolutionary youths" urged the POLISARIO government to embark on democracy and social reforms.
Côte d'Ivoire
Power, water cuts: new weapon in Côte d'Ivoire war

afrol News, 4 March - Following systematic power and water cuts, central, northern and western areas of Côte d'Ivoire are now suffering from poor sanitation and disrupted medical facilities.
Swaziland
Swaziland gears up for "national uprising"

afrol News, 1 March - The opposition in Swaziland plans a "North Africa inspired" uprising against the totalitarian regime of King Mswati II. The timing is good, as budget cuts are leading to reduced salaries.
Western Sahara
Even Sahrawis plan pro-democracy protests

afrol News, 28 February - The North African pro-democracy protest movement has reached the refugee camps of the Sahrawi people. The "Revolutionary Youth" on Saturday will demand reform from its 35-year-old government.

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