May 09
Sudan: Ethnic Cleansing in West Darfur
Thousands Killed, Half Million Remain Displaced Read more »
Sudan: War Crimes, Crimes Against Humanity, Ethnic Cleansing in West Darfur
1. Human Rights Watch released a new report on abuses by the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan against people in West Darfur's capital during 2023. What were the key findings? Read more »
May 08
Mali: Islamist Armed Groups, Ethnic Militias Commit Atrocities
An Al-Qaeda-linked Islamist armed group killed at least 32 civilians, including 3 children, and set fire to over 350 homes in central Mali in January 2024, forcing about 2,000… Read more »
May 06
South Africa: Toxic Rhetoric During Run-Up to South Africa's Polls Endangers Migrants
Candidates in South Africa’s forthcoming general elections have been scapegoating and demonizing foreign nationals, risking stoking xenophobic violence, Human Rights Watch… Read more »
May 02
Kenya: Floods Threaten Marginalized People
Kenyan authorities have not responded adequately to flash floods resulting from heavy rains, Human Rights Watch said today. The floods have left at least 170 people… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya - Floods Threaten Marginalized People
Ensure Speedy Response to Protect Those at Risk Read more »
April 29
South Sudan: 'Disappeared' Critic Appears in South Sudan Court
Spate of Forced Disappearances Points Up Need to Reform Security Agency Read more »
Africa: Environment Defenders Face New Wave of Oppression
We all have an interest in supporting people who are pressing governments to meet their obligations on climate change, whether they are protesting in the street, bringing cases to… Read more »
April 25
Africa: Africa's High Teenage Pregnancy Rate Demands Strong Response
AU Should Adopt Guidelines to Protect Rights of Pregnant, Parenting Girls Read more »
Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso - Army Massacres 223 Villagers
Undertake Prompt, Independent Inquiry with AU, UN Assistance Read more »
April 23
Rwanda: The UK Again Attempts to Bend Truth On Rwanda
In an interview on the BBC's Today Program this week, Deputy Foreign Secretary Andrew Mitchell sang the praises of Rwanda's "remarkable regime." But as the debate over the… Read more »
Rwanda: UK's Harmful Rwanda Bill to Become Law
Government Should Abandon Cruel Scheme and Protect Asylum Seekers Read more »
Angola: Proposed Security Law Threatens Rights
Revise or Reject Bill Undermining Freedom of Media, Expression, Association Read more »
April 19
Gambia: Bill Threatens Ban On Female Genital Mutilation
Reject Proposed Law That Would Reverse Critical Gains for Women's, Girls' Rights Read more »
April 18
Sudan: Civilians At Risk As Large-Scale Fighting Looms in Darfur
Civilian Casualties, Threat of Atrocities Mount Following Fighting in El Fasher Vicinity Read more »
April 15
Africa: Statement to the African Committee of Experts On the Rights and Welfare of the Child
Chairperson of the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child, Honorable Members of the Committee, State Party representatives, civil society… Read more »
April 12
Sudan: One Year of Atrocities Requires New Global Approach
Investigations into Deliberate Aid Obstruction, Possible War Crimes Needed Read more »
Mali: Junta Suspends Political Parties, Associations
Action Undermines Fundamental Freedoms Read more »
April 11
Nigeria: Nigeria - 10 Years After Chibok, Schoolchildren Still At Risk
Implement Safe Schools Plan to Protect Schools, Children Read more »
Sudan: Joint Letter - the EU Must Urgently Act At One Year of Conflict in Sudan
Dear High Representative Borrell, Read more »
Mali: Submission to the UN Special Rapporteur On Violence Against Women and Girls in Sport
Human Rights Watch welcomes the opportunity to provide input to the report of the Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls to the United Nations General Assembly on… Read more »
April 08
Zambia: Zambian Police Summon Priest After Critical Sermon
Authorities Should Ensure Freedoms of Association, Assembly, and Expression Read more »
Senegal: Human Rights Agenda for President Faye
Prioritize Fundamental Rights and Freedoms Read more »
April 05
Zambia: Zambia - Submission to the African Committee of Experts On the Rights and Welfare of the Child
43rd Ordinary Session Read more »
April 04
Ethiopia: Military Executes Dozens in Amhara Region
UN Inquiry Urgently Needed; End Impunity for Abusive Commanders Read more »