…People should therefore understand that nobody is coming to install them. This is not a monarchy; this is democratic governance.”

…People should know that there is no person that is going to install them—there is no monarchy here. It is democratic governance,” Mohammed added. He urged political parties and their candidates to embrace the democratic process by engaging directly with the electorate rather than depending on external influence. Mohamm…

…Equatorial Guinea, according to Democratic Senators. Eswatini — Africa’s last absolute monarchy — has agreed to take 160 deportees in exchange for $5.1 million (4.4 million euros), with Rwanda reportedly sealing a similar $7.5-million aid deal for 250 people, according to Human Rights Watch. “It’s like modern-day human…

…the release of annual royal financial accounts, the BBC reported. – Varied income – Anti-monarchy campaign group Republic called for independent authorities to audit and disclose royal tax and income, saying Charles’s voluntary disclosure decision “leaves many unanswered questions”. “The royals can’t be allowed to self…

…of Sugauli. However, the country retained self-rule and continued to be governed by its monarchy. Its rugged terrain and military reputation also contributed to its ability to remain independent. 6. Bhutan Bhutan’s mountainous geography and cautious foreign policy helped shield it from colonisation. Located in the east…

…declaration is less funny than it is revealing. A title like that belongs in a monarchy, not in a modern football federation that should run on accountability and term limits. Even if he is allowed access to the federation's inner workings, he should be out of our notice. Words matter when you've led an institution for…