Tunisian authorities have suspended major NGOs, prompting accusations of repression and intimidation from rights groups alarmed by shrinking civic freedoms.
Tunisian authorities suspend top NGOs amid rising intimidation claims Read More »
Burkina Faso authorities have arrested a civil society leader, fueling concerns over ongoing repression of critics by the military junta.
Military arrests junta critic in Burkina Faso, says civil group Read More »
Human Rights Watch has condemned the Ethiopian government for its “relentless assault” on civil society, following the suspension of two prominent human rights NGOs.
Ethiopia escalates crackdown on rights groups says HRW Read More »
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will announce additional funding for Sudan’s humanitarian crisis during a UN Security Council meeting on Thursday, focusing on aid and supporting civil society in the conflict-ridden country.
US to pledge more Sudan aid at UN meeting Read More »
Uganda has witnessed a dramatic decrease in the number of registered NGOs due to stricter government regulations and increased scrutiny, particularly affecting foreign-funded organizations.
Uganda’s NGO count drops under stricter rules Read More »
A leading Tunisian advocate for migrants, Abdallah Said, has been detained and is facing a terrorism probe.
Tunisia cracks down on migrant activism, arrests key figure Read More »
They urge the country to respect her right to a fair trial and to protect those involved in truth commissions.
UN demands fair trial for Tunisian rights activist Read More »
Guinea’s civil society threatens to resume protests if the military junta doesn’t hold elections by the end of 2024.
Guinea protests threat return as junta delays elections Read More »
Togo’s opposition and civil society express concern over a controversial constitutional reform ahead of legislative elections, fearing repression.
Togo opposition divided on power reform before legislative polls Read More »
Malian political parties and civil society groups jointly reject the ruling junta’s order to suspend political activities, vowing to mount a legal challenge against the “dictatorial” move.
Malian parties vow legal challenge to junta’s ban Read More »
