Human Rights

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…

Ugandan Court Decision Threatens Civic Space and LGBT Rights

Ugandan Court Rejects Petition from LGBT Rights Group, SMUG In a recent development that has…

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…

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),…

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…

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,…

Saviour Kasukuwere Challenges Mnangagwa on Human Rights and Corruption

Former Zimbabwean Cabinet minister Saviour Kasukuwere has issued a challenge to President Emmerson Mnangagwa to…

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…

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…

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…

U.S. Lifts Zimbabwe Sanctions, Targets President Mnangagwa

The United States government has made a significant decision to lift long-standing sanctions on Zimbabwe,…

Zimbabwe Corruption Crackdown: US Targets Mnangagwa, Chiwenga, and Tagwirei

In Zimbabwe, a country plagued by political, economic, and human rights abuses, the situation continues…