Prominent human rights defender Boniface Mwangi was detained by police in Kenya as his wife reported allegations of terrorism and arson.
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A Moroccan activist who led protests against the government’s response to the September 2023 earthquake has been sentenced to three months in prison.
Court sentences Moroccan activist for earthquake response Read More »
Renowned Tanzanian rights activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai was kidnapped in Nairobi, Kenya, but later released.
Rights activist Maria Tsehai safe after abduction in Nairobi Read More »
Zimbabwean authorities have released opposition leader Jameson Timba and 34 activists after months of detention on charges of participating in an unlawful gathering.
Zimbabwe court frees opposition leader Read More »
Abdel Fattah has been imprisoned in Egypt for over a decade and is currently serving a five-year sentence.
Hunger striker Egyptian mother seeks son’s release Read More »
The annual Felebration in Lagos, Nigeria, celebrates the life and legacy of Fela Kuti, the pioneer of Afrobeat and a staunch critic of the Nigerian government.
Lagos tribute concert for Fela Kuti Read More »
The text details the ongoing detention of prominent Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah and the international calls for his release.
Egypt extends activist’s detention, outcry grows Read More »
Climate activists worldwide protested at Chinese embassies, urging China not to finance a controversial oil pipeline project in East Africa.
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Advocates say weak laws and societal acceptance of violence against women leave them vulnerable.
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