South Sudanese Graft Whistleblower Abducted in Kenya
Multiple activists and opposition figures from neighbouring countries have been abducted in Kenya in recent years.
Tag: Amnesty International
Amnesty Accuses IS-linked Fighters of Eastern DR Congo War Crimes
Basing its findings on the testimonies of 71 people collected between October and February, Amnesty said that the ADF attacked civilians to steal vital supplies, including food and medicines, as well as “in retaliation for military operations”.
Open Society Condemns Deportation of Its MD, Zimbabwean Lawyer Brian Kagoro, from Kenya
Kenya has historically been seen as a safe space for exiled activists and regional human rights defenders. However, recent events have raised questions about whether that space is shrinking.
Tanzania’s 13th Parliament to Begin November 11 Amid Political Turmoil and Global Scrutiny
The opening of Parliament comes amid intense national unrest and international condemnation following the disputed October 29 elections. Over 700 people have reportedly died in post-election protests, according to opposition sources, with security forces accused of using live ammunition against demonstrators.
Amnesty International declares Tanzania election ‘Unopposed, Unchecked and Unjust’
“I don’t feel safe being a politician in Tanzania. I don’t feel free to criticize the government. We find ourselves under constant attack by the police.”
Amnesty Urges Cameroon release 36 Protesters Held Since 2020
Amnesty further denounced the arrest of 54 MRC supporters for “incitement to revolt and disturbing public order” near the Constitutional Council in Yaounde in early August, during pre-election hearings which saw party leader Maurice Kamto’s candidacy rejected.
Amnesty Accuses Israel of ‘Live-Streamed Genocide’ in Gaza
Rights group Amnesty, in its annual report, said Israel was acting with “specific intent to destroy Palestinians in Gaza, thus committing genocide”.
Nairobi Protest for Kizza Besigye’s Release Set for February 24
The groups are calling for the immediate release of Dr. Besigye, Hajj Obeid Lutale, and lawyer Eron Kiiza, along with an end to the militarization of justice in Uganda.
Makundi ya Haki za Kibinadamu Kuandaa Maandamano Nairobi, Yadai Kizza Besigye Aachiliwe
Makundi hayo yalitangaza mipango ya maandamano ya amani tarehe 21 Februari 2025, kuandamana hadi Ubalozi wa Uganda na Bunge la Kitaifa la Kenya
Human Rights Groups to Hold Nairobi Protest, Demand Kizza Besigye’s Release
The groups announced plans for a peaceful protest on February 21st 2025, marching to the Ugandan High Commission and Kenya’s National Assembly
