Moroccan activist jailed for protesting earthquake response
Human rights groups have condemned the sentence as arbitrary and politically motivated.
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Tanzania activist kidnapped in Kenya and freed after quick action
Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai was abducted in Nairobi, prompting international outcry, before being freed through quick intervention.
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50-year sentence for killer of Kenyan gay rights activist
Kiptoo’s killing in 2023 sparked widespread condemnation and highlighted the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in Kenya.
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Kenyan police crack down on women’s rights protest
Kenyan police used excessive force to disperse a peaceful women’s rights march in Nairobi, highlighting the ongoing issue of gender-based violence in the country.
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Zimbabwe opposition leader freed after months in detention
A Zimbabwean court has released opposition leader Jameson Timba and 34 activists after sentencing them to suspended prison terms.
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British-Egyptian activist’s mother desperate for intervention
The mother of a jailed British-Egyptian activist, Alaa Abdel Fattah, is on a hunger strike to pressure the UK government to secure his release from an Egyptian prison.
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Fela Kuti’s legacy celebrated in Lagos concert
The Felebration in Lagos honors the Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti, known for his groundbreaking music and political activism.
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Calls grow for release of Egyptian blogger
Despite global pressure, Egyptian authorities refuse to release prominent activist Abd el-Fattah, prompting international outrage and calls for an end to Egypt’s repressive regime.
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Climate activists target China over East Africa oil pipeline
The project has drawn criticism for its impact on the environment and local communities.
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Kenya women demand end to femicide
Kenya faces a growing crisis of femicide, with activists demanding stricter laws and a shift in societal attitudes to protect women from violence.
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