Democracy in Africa – current situation and future perspectives. What role for the EESC?

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    Ongoing (updated on 06/05/2024) - Bureau decision date: 18/01/2024
    Reference
    REX/584-EESC
    Opinion Type
    Own-initiative opinion
    Rapporteur
    Carlos Manuel TRINDADE
    Workers - GR II
    Portugal
    Plenary session number
    592
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    Practical information

    1. Composition of the Study Group
    2. Administrator / Assistant in charge: Charlotte RIVE / Elisabete DIAS / Eduardo FRANCOZO

     

    Background

    The opinion will explore the state of democracy in Africa and the role that the EU-Africa partnership and the recently signed Samoa agreement can play in strengthening democracy and democratic values in the region.

    This opinion will focus on the importance of developing civil and social dialogue, essential components of a solid democracy, and on the need to improve the socio-economic situation to enhance participation in the democratic processes.

    The role of civil society in strengthening democracy will also be analysed, including how the EESC can contribute.