Local activist opposes Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ+ legislation

Local activist opposes Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ+ legislation

Ghana's parliament has approved a bill criminalising LGBTQ+ identity and the formation or funding of LGBTQ+ groups, punishable by up to three to five years in prison, respectively. The bill will come into effect only if President Nana Akufo-Addo signs it into law. Linda Baumann an activist for the rights of women, and the LGBTQI community says the bill should not be enacted into law.

February 29, 2024 31

Namibia

Amushelelo accuses NamPol of rights violation

Economic activist Michael Amushelelo has accused the Namibian Police of undermining the Fundamental Freedoms of the Namibian Constitution. He claims that many Namibians who wanted to register for the 'Occupation of Vacant Houses' in Otjomuise refrained from doing so due to police harassment and intimidation. Amushelelo alleges that the police presence included approximately 100 vehicles and drones.

February 13, 2024 38

Lifestyle

Zuleikha Mayat: South African author and activist who led a life of courage, compassion and integrity

By Saleem Badat, University of the Free State Few Indian South African women have achieved wider public recognition than author, human rights and cultural activist Zuleikha Mayat, who passed away on 2 February 2024. An honorary doctorate from the University of KwaZulu-Natal was just one of many awards bestowed on her during a life that spanned almost 98 years. Mayat was a remarkable pioneer, evocative writer, public speaker, civic worker, […]

February 7, 2024 7

Interview Transcripts

Activist Michael Amushelelo Calls for Action On Rent Control in Interview with Future Media News

Activist Michael Amushelelo discussed a range of critical issues affecting Namibians. From the alleged mismanagement of housing projects to the urgent need for rent control and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on homeowners, Amushelelo addressed pressing concerns with passion and conviction. The Housing Crisis: Amushelelo began by shedding light on the 2014 mass housing initiative, criticizing the unfair distribution of homes to the elites while a majority remained unoccupied. […]

February 5, 2024 14

Africa

Coca-Cola in Africa: a long history full of unexpected twists and turns

By Sara Byala, University of Pennsylvania A new book called Bottled: How Coca-Cola Became African tells the story of how the world’s most famous carbonated drink conquered the continent. It’s a tale of marketing gumption and high politics and is the product of years of research by critical writing lecturer Sara Byala, who researches histories of heritage, sustainability and the ways in which capitalist systems intersect with social and […]

January 12, 2024 14

Namibia

From protest to power: #ShutItAllDown movement transforms into political force for Namibia’s future

By Dilia Mazula The #Shutitalldown movement, originally known for its groundbreaking protest in October 2020 following the tragic death of 22-year-old Shannon Wasserfall, whose remains were reportedly found buried in a shallow grave 6 months after she went missing, recently announced its transition from a grassroots advocacy group to a political party, aiming to actively participate in Namibia's 2024 parliamentary elections. Speaking to Future Media News, Ndilokelwa Nthengwe, an […]

January 10, 2024 62

Opinion Pieces

Indonesia is one of the world’s largest democracies, but it’s weaponising defamation laws to smother dissent

Tim Mann, The University of Melbourne Two former coordinators of one of Indonesia’s most prominent human rights organisations have escaped conviction in a defamation case brought by a powerful government minister. While their astonishing acquittal is welcome, the case marked a bleak new low for freedom of expression in one of the world’s largest democracies. Haris Azhar and Fatia Maulidiyanti, who had coordinated the Commission for the Disappeared and Victims […]

January 9, 2024 19

Business / Economics

Amushelelo gives update on planned national unemployment protest

Following a letter from the lawyers of Rani Group of Companies, Weder, Kauta & Hoveka Incorporated, about stopping the planned closure of the company's shops, we contacted social justice and economic activist, Michael Amushelelo for an update. Amushelelo, who faced an assault by security personnel upon arriving at the stores, also gave a brief update on next year's plan for a national unemployment protest on Independence Day. The activist has […]

December 20, 2023 57