Sudan Conflict: A Plan International Staff Member’s Journey Home
A Plan International staff member in Sudan, Hassan*, had his life turned upside down when conflict erupted just as he […]
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Zambian Authorities Must Uphold Freedoms of Association and Expression
Zambian Police Summon Catholic Priest for Questioning Over Sermon In a concerning turn of events, Zambian police have summoned Catholic
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France’s Macron Stands by Genocide Comments, Stops Short of Apology
As Rwandans marked the 30th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis, French President Emmanuel Macron made a significant
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Rwanda’s President Kagame Reflects on Genocide Anniversary: Unity, Progress, and the Power of Humanity
Rwanda’s President, Paul Kagame, recently delivered a poignant message as the nation marked the 30th anniversary of the genocide that
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Senegal’s Democratic Resilience: Lessons for West Africa
Senegal, a beacon of hope in West Africa, recently faced a constitutional crisis that threatened its democratic institutions. However, the
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Rwanda Genocide 30 Years Later: Remembering Victims, Honoring Survivors
On April 7, Rwanda will mark the 30th anniversary of the genocide that claimed the lives of nearly 1 million
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Uganda’s Constitutional Court Upholds Anti-Homosexuality Act Despite Rights Violations
Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act Stands Firm Despite Court Challenge In a controversial decision, Uganda’s Constitutional Court has upheld the country’s Anti-Homosexuality
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Investigations Urgently Needed: Mali’s Military and Wagner Group Accused of Summary Killings and Drone Strikes
Investigations Urgently Needed Into Indiscriminate Drone Strikes and Summary Killings in Mali In recent months, Malian armed forces and foreign
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UN Report: 758 Allegations of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in 2023
The United Nations (UN) has reported a troubling increase in allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse committed by staff, personnel,
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South African Political Parties Unite to Pass New Intelligence Bill Amidst Past Abuse Concerns
Political Parties Unite to Pass New Intelligence Bill Amidst Concerns of Past Abuse In a rare show of unity, the
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Congolese Journalist Stanis Bujakera Released After Reporting on Opposition Politician’s Death
Prominent Congolese journalist Stanis Bujakera was recently released from prison after spending six months behind bars. He accused the government
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Ugandan Court Decision Threatens Civic Space and LGBT Rights
Ugandan Court Rejects Petition from LGBT Rights Group, SMUG In a recent development that has sparked outrage among human rights
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EU’s Migration Control Obsession: Ignoring Abuses, Enabling Oppression
The European Union’s decision to reward Egypt’s autocratic leader, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, for preventing migrants from reaching Europe is drawing
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Minister of Home Affairs Seeks Appeal in Zimbabwe Exemption Permit Cases
In a recent development in the ongoing legal battle over the Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP), the Helen Suzman Foundation (HSF)
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Surge of Disinformation in Africa: Impact on Stability and Democracy
Disinformation campaigns in Africa have seen a significant surge since 2022, with nearly four times as many documented cases reported.
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Addressing LGBTQ Hate in Ghana: A Call for Compassion and Equality
The recent passing of the LGBTQ Bill in Ghana has sparked intense debate and controversy, with many labeling it as
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Saviour Kasukuwere Challenges Mnangagwa on Human Rights and Corruption
Former Zimbabwean Cabinet minister Saviour Kasukuwere has issued a challenge to President Emmerson Mnangagwa to address his human rights and
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Empowering Ugandan Women: Addressing Teenage Pregnancy, Domestic Violence, and Illiteracy for Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations in Uganda is sounding the alarm, urging the government to focus on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals
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Gambian Government Considers Lifting Ban on Female Genital Mutilation: Cultural vs. Health Rights
The Gambian government is currently in talks to potentially lift the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM) this month. This
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US Imposes Global Magnitsky Sanctions on Zimbabwean Officials for Corruption and Human Rights Abuses
The United States has taken a bold step in the fight against corruption and human rights abuses in Zimbabwe by