A March 2013 report titled ‘Democracy at a Standstill’ described the progress of democracy in sub-Saharan Africa as ‘slow and uneven’. Three of the East African countries were recognised as ‘hybrid regimes’ and two as ‘authoritarian regimes. PHOTO | FILE
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In the East African Community, democratic wings have been clipped as politicians play hide and seek, promising one thing and delivering something else
