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Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger share more than just geography; they are all governed by military juntas that are guilty of severe human rights violations. These violations manifest in numerous …
Militarization and Justice Erosion in the Sahel Region Read More
At the recent 16th annual summit in Kazan, Russia, the Brics bloc extended invitations to Nigeria and eight other countries to become “partner” nations as part of its expansion strategy …
Exploring Nigeria’s Prospective Benefits from Brics Partnership Read More
The UN Special Rapporteur on human rights defenders, Mary Lawlor, has voiced profound criticism of Algeria for its persistent clampdown on activists. She emphasizes that the nation continues to brand …
UN Criticizes Algeria for Suppressing Human Rights Activism Read More
A recent statement from an FSU economics professor reveals that the cost of tariffs imposed on imports is likely to be transferred directly to consumers. These tariffs, designed to protect …
Understanding Tariffs, Community Safety, and Civic Engagement in Tallahassee Read More
On January 29, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger officially withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), igniting fears about accountability for human rights abuses in these nations. …
Sahel Nations’ Departure from ECOWAS: A Setback for Human Rights Accountability Read More
Economists warn that while Gulf economies may experience short-term advantages from President Trump’s tariffs, significant risks loom on the horizon. The prospect of a trade war with major global partners …
Trump Tariffs: A Double-Edged Sword for Gulf Economies Read More
In a significant move, the Democratic Republic of Congo has asked for an emergency session of the U.N. Human Rights Council following the takeover of Goma by the M23 rebels, …
Congo Calls for U.N. Rights Council Emergency Session on Goma Read More
Crackdown on Dissent Intensifies Egyptian authorities are intensifying their crackdown on peaceful dissent as they prepare for a review of the country’s human rights record by the UN on January …
Egypt’s Government Intensifies Repression Ahead of UN Review Read More
Urgent Call for Action Against Arbitrary Detentions Today marks four months since the Ethiopian government’s campaign of mass arbitrary detentions began in the Amhara region. According to Tigere Chagutah, Amnesty …
Ethiopia Faces Human Rights Crisis Amid Mass Arbitrary Detentions in Amhara Read More
Urgent Need for Humanitarian Aid in GomaHuman Rights Watch has called for Rwandan forces and the M23 armed group to facilitate immediate access to humanitarian aid for Goma’s residents in …
Rwanda Must Facilitate Humanitarian Aid Access in Goma Read More