Senegal court sentences laborer to 6 years under new anti-gay law
Senegal issues its first conviction since passing legislation that toughens anti-gay punishments.
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Mali forces, militias accused of killing 31 villagers, HRW says
HRW says Mali army and militias killed 31 villagers in central region amid jihadist conflict
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Watchdog: US-Africa deportee deals breach rights law
Human Rights Watch condemned secret US deals with African nations to accept deportees, saying they breach international human rights law.
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HRW urges Ethiopia end to crackdown on independent reporters
Human Rights Watch condemned Ethiopia for arresting independent journalists amid rising repression ahead of elections.
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Ethiopia urged to stop harassing striking health workers
Ethiopian health workers strike for better pay as authorities arrest dozens and face criticism from Human Rights Watch over harsh tactics
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HRW accuses Burundian officials of coercing citizens at the polls
Human Rights Watch reports that Burundi’s ruling party used intimidation and coercion to secure all seats in a controversial and irregular parliamentary election.
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Human Rights Watch urges Burkina Faso to free journalists
Burkina Faso’s military government faces criticism after detaining three journalists, with Human Rights Watch warning of press suppression.
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Ethiopia tightens restrictions on rights groups amid conflicts
Human Rights Watch has accused Ethiopia of silencing independent rights groups amid worsening conflict and growing international concern.
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Children die in Mozambique protests amid political unrest
Mozambique has been rocked by post-election violence, with security forces accused of killing at least 10 children and injuring dozens more, HRW report shows.
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HRW lambasts Tanzania of Maasai evictions
World Bank and European Union have suspended funding to Tanzania over the forced displacement of Maasai people.
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