Nigeria charges 76, including minors, with treason for protest
The charges have sparked widespread condemnation from human rights groups.
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Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi abducted
His wife reported the incident, expressing fear for his safety and calling for his immediate release.
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German diplomat faces backlash at South African event
A South African civil society activist protested the presence of Germany’s ambassador at a conference due to Berlin’s support for Israel.
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Two killed in Guinea protests against Chinese mining firm
Deadly protests erupted in eastern Guinea against a Chinese mining company, resulting in the deaths of two people and injuries to four others.
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Tanzania police ban opposition protest amid rising tensions
The government’s decision has sparked concerns about the country’s democratic progress.
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Press freedom under threat as Senegalese media goes silent
The press in Senegal is facing a crisis as the new government’s economic measures are putting media organizations out of business.
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South African pastor storms school, church burned
A controversial Pentecostal pastor in South Africa ignited fury when he invaded a school with weapons to take his children.
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Police break up protest, detain dozens in Ugandan capital
Ugandan security forces violently dispersed a banned anti-corruption protest in Kampala, detaining dozens of young demonstrators.
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CCC leader, activists face continued detention in Zimbabwe
A Zimbabwean court denies bail to opposition leader Jameson Timba and 78 activists arrested for a protest.
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Nigeria guilty of rights abuses, court rules
Following the #EndSARS protests in Nigeria, a West African court ruled the government violated protesters’ rights, including use of force at Lekki toll gate.
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