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In a notable achievement, Morocco has been elected to the Bureau of the Inter-Parliamentary Union’s (IPU) Standing Committee on Democracy and Human Rights during the recent assembly in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, …
Morocco Elected to the IPU’s Committee on Democracy and Human Rights Read More
As the general elections in Honduras approach on 30 November, Amnesty International urges presidential candidates to prioritise human rights in their political agendas. These elections coincide with the fourth Universal …
Honduran Presidential Candidates Urged to Prioritise Human Rights in Elections Read More
As Brazil commemorates 40 years since the fall of its military dictatorship (1964–1985), the remnants of this grim era linger, particularly regarding the state’s obligations to its human rights victims. …
Brazil’s Lingering Shadows: Confronting a Forgotten Dictatorial Past Read More
In a historic vote, Mozambique’s parliament has passed the Political Commitment for an Inclusive Dialogue law, aimed at fostering platforms for constitutional and political reforms following the violent upheaval post-2024 …
Mozambique’s Parliament Passes Law for Inclusive Political Dialogue Read More
As Kenya finds itself languishing in troubling times reminiscent of a past that many hoped had faded, citizens express trepidation over the repeated attacks on freedom of expression. The usual …
The Struggle for Expression: Persecution of Cartoonists in Kenya Read More
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) stands as a beacon of hope, preventing humanity’s darkest moments from reoccurring. Agnes Callamard aptly described it as ‘living proof that a global …
Celebrating 75 Years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Read More
The 56th meeting of the 58th session of the Human Rights Council, chaired by Mr. Jürg Lauber, showcased resolute discussions and outcomes on several key draft resolutions. The first item …
Recap of the 56th Meeting of the Human Rights Council: Key Resolutions and Discussions Read More
At the 56th meeting of the 58th session of the Human Rights Council, led by Mr. Jürg Lauber, various significant resolutions were discussed and voted upon. The session included a …
Highlights From the 56th Meeting of the 58th Human Rights Council Session Read More
In Burkina Faso, dissent is under siege as the military junta unleashes a brutal crackdown on voices of opposition, silencing critics through intimidation and fear. Recently, exiled activist Maixent Somé …
Burkina Faso’s Military Junta: A Suppression of Dissent and Free Speech Read More
Amidst the 58th session of the Human Rights Council on 27-28 March 2025, systemic racism and xenophobia against Dominicans and Afrodescendants were fervently condemned. The session began with statement contributions …
Denouncing Systemic Racism and Xenophobia: HRC58’s Stand Against Injustice Read More