The African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (the Commission), at its 65th Ordinary Session held from 21 October to 10 November 2019, in Banjul, The Gambia, adopted Resolution ACHPR/Res.432(LXV) 2019 on the Elaboration of an African Declaration on the Promotion of the Role of Human Rights Defenders and their Protection in Africa. The Resolution falls within the framework of Article 45 (1) (b) of the African Charter which empowers […]

Three Burkina Faso military drone strikes that the government claimed targeted Islamist fighters killed civilians at two crowded markets and a funeral since August 2023; The Burkina Faso military used one of the most accurate weapons in its arsenal to attack large groups of people, causing the loss of numerous civilian lives in violation of the laws of war; The government should urgently and impartially investigate these apparent war crimes, hold those responsible to […]

Save the Children launches new report with key findings from more than 500 refugees and migrants living in European host countries as EU leaders finalise detrimental new Pact on Migration and Asylum; 56% of children from countries in Asia, the Middle East and Africa who responded to Save the Children’s questionnaire reported feeling in danger on their way to Europe, with some children describing being beaten and threatened by border […]

“My mother-in-law asked me how I was feeling and I told her I was fine, but I knew I was not,” says Ngozi*, a small trader from Abakaliki. “I was stooling, vomiting and couldn't keep my eyes open.” After trying various treatments at home, Ngozi was taken to hospital in Abakaliki, in southeast Nigeria’s Ebonyi state, where she was diagnosed with Lassa fever. “After two days there, my health deteriorated […]

U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission David Mosby held a productive meeting with Archbishop of Libreville Jean Patrick Iba-Ba, chair of the upcoming National Dialogue. Mr. Mosby assured Archbishop Iba-Ba of the United States’ unwavering support for the people of Gabon as they navigate the complexities of the transition period and work towards establishing a stable and inclusive democracy. The United States’ commitment to assisting Gabon in its transition to […]

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Scott Nathan led a Presidential Delegation to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Félix Tshisekedi on January 20, 2024, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Members of the Presidential Delegation also included: The Honorable Lucy Tamlyn, U.S. Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of the Congo The Honorable Mary Catherine Phee, Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau […]

Eritrean professional cyclist Biniam Girmay, a member of the Intermarche-Wanty Team, clinched victory at the Surf Coast Classic cycling competition held today, January 25, in Australia. Covering a challenging distance of 158.6 kilometers, Biniam Girmay claimed the top spot, with Italian rider Elia Viviani from Team Ineos and Australian cyclist Corbin Strong of Team Israel-Premier Tech finishing second and third, respectively. Biniam Girmay completed the race in an impressive time […]

The President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr Omar Alieu Touray, engaged in a diplomatic dialogue with H.E. Nicolas Herbert Lang, the Ambassador of Switzerland, on January 17, 2024, at the ECOWAS headquarters in Abuja. The convened meeting offered a significant occasion for a comprehensive dialogue, specifically concerning the political landscape of Niger. During the discussions, President Touray addressed key issues on the ECOWAS agenda, such as the restoration of […]

The Attorney General, Hon. Kiwanuka Kiryowa has vouched for the Sugar Industry Stakeholders’ Council as proposed in the Sugar (Amendment) Bill, 2003 saying the model is an internationally proven way of regulating the sector. The Sugar Council is the proposed regulatory body for the industry following the government policy on rationalisation that saw nullification of the Sugar Board established under the Sugar Act, 2020.  Kiwanuka Kiryowa said government is in […]