Africa waves some leaders goodbye: but is the democratic deficit any narrower?: Jose Eduardo dos Santos has stepped down as president of Angola but the country's political system hasn't been overhauled. EPA/Manuel de AlmeidaAt a time where Africa has seen a few long-standing leaders exit, the issue of change in power is occupying minds of citizens as well as those in … [Read more...] about Africa waves some leaders goodbye: but is the democratic deficit any narrower? | The Conversation