Zambia: Opposition Figure Sentenced for ‘Defaming President’
Enforcing Repealed Law Will Have Chilling Effect on Free Expression The conviction and sentencing of a leading opposition member to 18 months in prison with hard labor will have a broad chilling effect on the right to freedom of expression in Zambia, Human Rights Watch said today. Raphael Nakacinda, secretary general of the main opposition […]
DR Congo: Prominent Activist Abducted
Grave Concern for Gloria Sengha’s Possible Enforced Disappearance The Democratic Republic of Congo government should urgently investigate and publicly report on the whereabouts of the prominent opposition and civil society activist Gloria Sengha, Human Rights Watch said today. The abduction of Sengha and two of her colleagues appears linked to a wave of repression by Congolese […]
Preparing Africa for the 21st Century: Empowering the Healthcare Industry
By Dr Allan Pamba, Executive Vice President, Diagnostics, Africa, at Roche Diagnostics Africa Day on 25 May—and Africa Month for the duration of May—celebrate the establishment of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) on 25 May 1963 and the progress Africa has made in the global environment. This is an opportune time to reflect on the strides […]
Jacob Zuma Criticizes Court’s Decision Barring Him from Parliament
Former South African President Jacob Zuma has condemned the Constitutional Court’s decision to bar him from running for parliament, calling it incorrect and suggesting constitutional changes. Zuma, who joined the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party after falling out with the ruling ANC, was disqualified from participating in the upcoming parliamentary elections due to his 2021 contempt […]
Kenyan Delegation Visit Haiti to Assess Readiness for Security Mission
A Kenyan delegation has arrived in Haiti to evaluate facilities and equipment for a Kenyan-led multinational security support force. The force will assist the Haitian police in combating deadly gangs running amok in Port-au-Prince, the capital, and restore order to the embattled state. The delegation consists of a command staff and its assessment will determine […]
Chadian Prime Minister Resigns After Election Defeat
Chadian Prime Minister Succes Masra has resigned from his position following his defeat to Mahamat Idriss Deby in the presidential election. Masra, who lived in exile in the United States between 2022 and 2023, was appointed prime minister to appease the opposition four months before the elections. He then contested – and lost – for […]
UN Special Adviser Warns of Genocide Risk in Sudan
The UN special adviser on genocide prevention, Alice Nderitu, has warned that Sudan shows classic signs of a country with an impending genocide. She further stated that it could already be occurring. Nderitu made this claim on Tuesday while she was addressing the UN Security Council. She claimed that civilians in the Sudanese cities of […]
Nigerian Army Rescues Hundreds of Hostages from Boko Haram
The Nigerian army has rescued 350 hostages, who had been held captive from several months to several years, from Boko Haram captivity in the Sambisa Forest, a known hideout for the extremist group. The hostages, who appeared exhausted and in worn-out clothes, were presented to authorities in Borno State, where the hideout is also located. […]
President Biden Reveals Plans to Visit Africa in February
President Joe Biden has revealed he plans to visit Africa in February after the US elections. He made this revelation when he welcomed Kenyan President William Ruto for a three-day state visit to the White House. Biden will seek reelection in November against former President Donald Trump. Biden also designated Kenya a major non-NATO ally. […]
Tunisian Journalists Sentenced Amid Crackdown on Free Speech
A Tunisian court has sentenced journalists Mourad Zghidi and Borhan Bsaiss to one year in prison for publishing false news that allegedly harms public security. Their detention has raised fears of a broader crackdown on dissent in the North African country. Six journalists are currently serving terms behind bars, according to Tunisia’s primary union for […]
