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Amnesty International has called on Mozambique’s government, led by Frelimo, to investigate severe human rights abuses occurring in the wake of recent elections. Reports indicate that after the announcement of …
Amnesty International Calls for Investigation into Human Rights Violations in Mozambique Read More
In the wake of contested national elections, Mozambique faces a grim reality as the government, led by Frelimo, confronts urgent calls for investigations into more than 300 unlawful killings during …
Mozambique: Urgent Call for Investigations into Human Rights Violations Post-Elections Read MoreUgandan authorities are facing escalating pressure to adhere to a Supreme Court ruling demanding the immediate release of opposition leader Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Haji Obeid Lutale. Following alarming …
Urgent Call for Release of Kizza Besigye and Co-Accused Amid Hunger Strike Read More
Stacey-Leigh Manuel serves as the deputy director of the Women’s Rights Division at Human Rights Watch, steering the division’s strategic initiatives while nurturing a vibrant team and forging alliances with …
Stacey-Leigh Manuel: A Champion for Women’s Rights and Equity Read More
The Human Rights Watch (HRW) has unleashed a distressing narrative in its World Report 2025, illuminating the dire state of human rights across Africa. Across the continent, governments are increasingly …
Human Rights Crisis Deepens Across Africa: Insights from HRW’s 2025 Report Read More
Governments and Armed Groups Amplify Abuses in Africa Recent findings from Human Rights Watch reveal an increasing pattern of oppression by African governments against political opponents, activists, and journalists. The …
Amplified Abuses: The Deteriorating Human Rights Landscape in Africa Read More
Rising Authoritarianism in Southern Africa In 2024, Southern Africa witnessed a troubling wave of authoritarianism, with governments increasingly suppressing dissent, according to Human Rights Watch in its World Report 2025. …
Southern Africa: A Surge in Authoritarianism Challenges Human Rights Read More
After over a year in arbitrary imprisonment, five activists in Angola have finally regained their freedom. This joyous moment was celebrated by Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for East and …
Angola Celebrates Release of Five Activists After Lengthy Imprisonment Read MoreThe Human Rights Program has spent 40 transformative years championing voices that demand justice and equity across the globe. With your invaluable support, initiatives addressing urgent issues—such as investigating war …
Celebrating 40 Years of Human Rights Advocacy: Thank You for Your Support! Read More
Opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye was abducted in Kenya and later arraigned in a Ugandan military court, highlighting alarming trends in transnational repression and government suppression of dissent. Amnesty International …
Dr. Kizza Besigye’s Abduction: A Disturbing Trend of Transnational Repression Read More