insert_link Africa U.S. deports 10 individuals to Eswatini Photo: Matsapha Correctional Complex in Matsapha, Eswatini. AP The United States has deported ten individuals to Eswatini, defying legal challenges by rights groups seeking to block the move. The AFP news agency reports that Eswatini is the second African country to receive deportees from the U.S., following South Sudan. Rights experts have warned that such deportations may violate international law by returning people to countries where they risk torture, abduction, […] today7 October, 2025
insert_link World Communication blackout continues as protests turn deadly in Kashmir Kashmiri men protest against the internet blockade in Srinagar. Photograph: Farooq Khan/EPA via theguardian.com A communication blackout persists in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, where recent protests have turned deadly, leaving many injured. Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad that tensions remain high, with the government under pressure to respond to the activists’ demands while managing security concerns. The unrest is fueled by demands from the Awami Action Committee, a rights activist group, which […] today6 October, 2025
insert_link Africa WANTED: Former DRC President Joseph Kabila sentenced to death for treason & war crimes (Photo: Luis Tato/AFP) A military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has sentenced former President Joseph Kabila to death in absentia on charges of treason and war crimes. The ruling links Kabila to the long-running M23 rebellion in eastern DRC, a conflict that has destabilised the region for years and displaced thousands of people. The court alleged that Kabila played a role in supporting armed groups responsible for […] today1 October, 2025
Uncategorized UN Rights Office reports rise in ethnic violence across Sudan (Photo by: Avaaz/Giles Clarke) Burnt-out cars in Khartoum demonstrate how the conflict has affected life in Sudan, says the UN. The UN Human Rights Office has raised alarm over a sharp increase in civilian killings and ethnic violence in Sudan. Reports point to summary executions and worsening conditions in the city of El Fasher, which has become one of the focal points of the conflict. According to OHCHR spokesperson Li […] today22 September, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Rights concerns raised over ongoing medicine shortages Photo: generic by constructionplacements.com Public health facilities across Namibia are experiencing a shortage of essential medicines, leaving some clinics in both rural and urban areas without basic treatments. The Ministry of Health has attributed the situation to middlemen in the supply chain. Critics, however, have described the crisis as a violation of citizens’ right to healthcare. Human rights lawyer Norman Tjombe said the shortages have a severe impact on local […] today16 September, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Ohangwena Governor calls for respect for people with disabilities Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa (Photo: X) Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa has urged that people with disabilities be treated with respect and dignity. Speaking at a seminar in Ongenga, she emphasized the need for greater inclusivity and understanding in all spheres of society. The event, which concludes tomorrow, brings together participants from across the region to discuss disability-related issues and promote empowerment. Governor Hamutumwa highlighted that fostering a culture of respect […] today10 September, 2025
insert_link South Africa SA Justice Minister approves investigation into Apartheid-era SADF shootings National Prosecuting Authority of South Africa (Photo: SABC) South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority has welcomed the approval of an inquest into the 1993 killing of five children in Mthatha, Eastern Cape. Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi authorised the inquest. The children, aged between 12 and 17, were shot dead by the apartheid-era South African Defence Force at the home of PAC activist Sigqibo Mpendulo. NPA spokesperson Luxolo Tyali […] today9 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Ambassador Naanda presents credentials to UN Secretary-General Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Penda Naanda, officially presented his credentials to UN Secretary-General António Guterres in New York on Monday. (Photo: Ministry of International Relations & Trade via X) Namibia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Penda Naanda, officially presented his credentials to United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres in New York on Monday. During the meeting, Ambassador Naanda commended Guterres for his commitment to advancing international […] today9 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namibia concerned by Israel’s plans in Gaza Minister of International Relations and Trade (Photo: contributed) The Ministry of International Relations and Trade has expressed the government's concern over Israel’s plan to take control of Gaza City, warning that the move could worsen the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The government reaffirmed its solidarity with the Palestinian people and called for all nations to respect international obligations and UN resolutions. Executive Director of the Ministry, Penda Naanda, emphasised the importance […] today14 August, 2025
