Regional trends papers on enhancing constitutional order, rule of law in Africa

Addis Ababa: The African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG) calls on State Parties to commit to promote democracy, rule of law and human rights (Art 4, ACDEG). In particular, the Charter calls on Member States to take all appropriate measures to ensure Constitutionalism and Rule of Law (Art 5, ACDEG). Furthermore, the African Union has taken a strong stand on putting a definitive end to incidences of unconstitutional changes in government which undermine the progress achieved in the ongoing democratization processes on the continent and constitute a threat to peace and security in Africa.