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Security forces and protesters amid smoke after election crackdown in Tanzania.

Tanzania: Bystanders Shot in Post-Election Crackdown

National Inquiry Commission Should Seek Accountability Tanzanian security forces cracking down on protests during and after the country’s 2025 general elections killed and injured people who were not participating in demonstrations. Based on initial research into the killings, Human Rights Watch believes that hundreds of people across the country may have been killed. The Tanzanian […]

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Wind turbines generating clean energy in Africa's desert landscape.

From Ore To Intelligence: How AI Will Rewrite Africa’s Resource Power

by Enoch Antwi, Chairman of Northrock Africa sits atop approximately 30% of the world’s known mineral reserves, including roughly 70% of global cobalt production primarily from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as well as dominant shares of platinum group metals, manganese, and bauxite, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS 2024). These minerals are […]

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United Nations building with flags of member countries in New York.

Liberia: Momentum on Accountability Must Lead to a Functioning War Crimes Court

Joint Oral Statement – Universal Periodic Review Outcome Adoption – HRC61 Liberia’s support for key recommendations received during its fourth UPR cycle is a significant and welcome step toward at last delivering justice for serious international crimes during the country’s civil wars. These include recommendations aimed at the establishment and effective functioning of a war […]

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Man walking past South Sudan Ministry of Petroleum sign in Juba.

Corruption-Linked Arrests in South Sudan Raise Questions

Are Accountability Efforts Credible or a Farce? In a wave of arrests that began on February 24, South Sudanese authorities have detained at least six current and former officials linked to the country’s oil and financial sectors. While authorities have yet to publicly clarify if charges have been brought, Minister for Information Ateny Wek Ateny […]

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Ethiopia Landslide Death Toll Climbs to 125, Regional Authorities Report

The death toll from devastating landslides triggered by heavy rains in southern Ethiopia has risen to 125, according to the South Ethiopia regional government. Authorities say the landslides struck several areas of the Gamo Zone last week, leaving thousands displaced and prompting an emergency response as rescue teams continue to assess the damage. This story […]

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Albinism awareness discussion with diverse group of advocates and community members.

Reimagining Albinism Rights Advocacy

Try an Applied Theater Technique It is a hot afternoon in a rural district in Malawi. People gather around a tent set up at the Local Trading Center, eager to witness a community outreach program that aims to combat rising violence against people with albinism. The organizers passionately encourage greater understanding of albinism and the […]

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Central African militia leader with headphones against brick wall.

Central African Militia Leader Dies in Custody

Maturin Kombo’s Death Highlights Continued Need for Justice Earlier this week the Special Criminal Court in the Central African Republic (CAR) announced that Maturin Kombo, who was in the court’s custody charged with crimes committed in 2014, died in hospital in Bangui. Twelve years ago, as CAR was in the throes of a civil war, I arrived in […]

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Damaged communication tower caused by violence in Burkina Faso.

Burkina Faso: Islamist Armed Group Commits New Atrocities

At Least 38 Civilians Killed; Women Abducted; Property Burned An Islamist armed group has killed at least 38 civilians, abducted 9 women, and burned property in 3 separate incidents in northeastern Burkina Faso since late January 2026, Human Rights Watch said today. The atrocities by the Al Qaeda-linked Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims […]

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Cannabis jars with green leaves, highlighting Ghana's medical cannabis legalization.

Ghana Greenlights Medical and Industrial Cannabis

In a groundbreaking move to foster economic growth and advance healthcare, Ghana has officially launched its licensing program for cannabis cultivation, focusing on industrial and medicinal applications with strict regulations to ensure safety and compliance. This story is written and edited by Global South World Ghana’s Narcotics Control Commission (NCC) has opened applications for licences […]

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Refugees in Sudan camp with tents and makeshift shelters.

New Sudan Atrocity Prevention Coalition Needs to Act Fast

Protect Civilians, Deter Atrocities, Advance Justice On February 26, the United Kingdom, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Norway announced the formation of a coalition to prevent atrocities and promote justice in Sudan. As atrocities continue unabated the coalition has its work cut out. The announcement—by the countries that make up Sudan Core Group at the Human […]

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