Ivory Coast democracy under scrutiny ahead of election DW 10/24/2025
Alassane Ouattara, 83, seeks a fourth presidential term after 2016 constitutional changes amid strong economic growth and persistent political divisions in Ivory Coast.
Guinea voters say 'yes' to new constitution in referendum DW 09/23/2025
Guineans appear to have approved a new constitution allowing the military leader potential presidential eligibility, longer terms, and restrictions on political parties.
Guinea holds referendum on contoversial new constitution DW 09/21/2025
Guinea's referendum would extend presidential terms to seven years, permit military officers to run, and proceeds amid opposition suspensions, boycott, and a crackdown on dissent.
The Atlantic's October Cover Story: Jill Lepore on How the Radical Legal Philosophy of Originalism Has Undermined the Process of Constitutional Evolution
The Constitution was designed for durable adaptation through amendment, and neglecting amendment empowers originalism to effect covert constitutional change.
Cambodia passes constitutional change allowing gov't to revoke citizenship
Lawmakers in Cambodia have amended the country's constitution to allow legislation that would see citizenship stripped from those deemed to have colluded with foreign powers.
The recent protests in Togo, labeled a "constitutional coup," have sparked unrest with calls for action against President Gnassingbe's extended rule and rising prices.