Democratization

The keyword Democratization is tagged in the following 2 articles.

Crime and Development in Kenya: Emerging Trends and the Transnational Implications of Political, Economic, and Social Instability

September 1, 2010 - 3518 words | International Affairs » Kenya

Postcolonial Kenya has seen a significant amount of development, both politically and economically, since its independence in 1963. Starting with the presidency of Jomo Kenyatta, the nation prospered -- experiencing economic growth of at least 5% for over a decade (... Read Article »

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Kenya Terrorism African Politics International Development Sub-Saharan Africa East Africa Democratization

A River for Freedom: The Itaipu Hyrdoelectric Project and the Democratization of Paraguay

January 13, 2010 - 2301 words | International Affairs » South America

From 1954 to 1989, Paraguay was subject to the authoritarian regime of Alfredo Stroessner and the Colorado Party. While Stroessner came to power at a time of great economic strife, it was the most prosperous time of his regime that led to his downfall – the construction... Read Article »

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Paraguay Democratization Politics Democracy Alfredo Stroessner Economic Development Hydroelectric Transition To Democracy