January 31, 2025
South Africa: Trio in Joshlin's Disappearance Set for Pre-Trial - South African News Briefs - January 31, 2025
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January 28, 2025
Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Crisis Not Just Regional Concern, 'But Global Responsibility,' Says UN Official
The humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is "not just a regional concern but a global responsibility," a UN spokesperson said Tuesday. Read more »
January 24, 2025
Nigeria: The Neglect and Death of a Young Woman in Nigeria
I didn't expect to find children, let alone toddlers, in a state-run institution for adults in Kano, northern Nigeria. One of the them was Aisha, a girl between 3 and 4 years old,… Read more »
January 23, 2025
South Sudan: Hundreds Recaptured After Mass Escape From South Sudan Military Jail
More than 400 suspects have been captured after escaping from a military detention facility in South Sudan, where they were held for violent protests and business looting. Read more »
January 16, 2025
Sudan: Sudan Conflict Worsens, Taking a More Dangerous Turn for Civilians Says UN
Sudan’s conflict is worsening, and the UN Human Rights Office chief Volker Türk says it is becoming even more dangerous for civilians after reports that dozens were… Read more »
December 20, 2024
Sudan: Refugees are Overwhelming Sudan Border Services Says UN Refugee Agency
After 20 months, there are no signs the war in Sudan is slowing down, and the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) warned Friday that the recent surge of arrivals in South Sudan is… Read more »
South Africa: Who's Behind 16 Days of Activism Online?
The 16 Days of Activism campaign was led by government and business accounts on South Africa X (formerly Twitter), according to a new report published by the Centre for Analytics… Read more »
South Africa: How South African Women Navigate Gender Issues on TikTok
The Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change (CABC) has released its latest report, Gender-Based Violence and Misogyny TikTok Analytics and Narrative Update in South… Read more »
December 13, 2024
Niger: Military Govt Bans BBC for 3 Months
The military government of Niger suspended the BBC for three months, reports the international broadcaster. Niger's Minister of Communication Raliou Sidi Mohamed… Read more »
December 12, 2024
Kenya: #RutoMustGo Trends on Jamhuri Day as Dissatisfaction with President Grows
Kenyan President William Ruto led the nation in commemorating Jamhuri Day, which marks 61 years since the country became a republic on December 12, 1964. He presided over the… Read more »
November 28, 2024
Africa: Political Will Needed to End Violence Against Women and Girls in Africa
This week Africa celebrates the 19th anniversary of the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa (the Maputo Protocol),… Read more »
November 25, 2024
South Africa: Masculinity, Femininity, and Queer Identity in the Age of Social Media
What does it mean to be a man, woman, or transgender in South Africa? Read more »
November 14, 2024
South Africa: 'Smoke Them Out' Remark at Illegal Miners Sparks Outrage - South African News Briefs - November 14, 2024
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November 11, 2024
South Africa: Cape Town Secures Historic Bid to Host WorldPride 2028
We are excited to share the momentous news that Cape Town Pride has officially won the bid to host WorldPride 2028. This significant event is a global celebration of LGBTQ+ pride… Read more »
October 18, 2024
Africa: Internet Shutdowns - A Threat to Free Speech and Democracy in Africa
Internet shutdowns are a worrying trend in African countries, often justified during elections, protests, and periods of civil unrest, as measures to prevent the spread of… Read more »
October 11, 2024
South Africa: Limpopo Cop Accused of Killing Six for R10M Payout- South African News Briefs - October 11, 2024
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October 08, 2024
South Africa: Four Gauteng Learners Die After Consuming Poisoned Food - South African News Briefs - October 8, 2024
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October 07, 2024
South Africa: Three Arrested in Lusikisiki Mass Shooting
Three people have been arrested in connection with the mass shooting that claimed 18 lives in Lusikisiki and is set to appear in court, reports IOL. Read more »
October 01, 2024
South Africa: Online Outrage Over Joburg Mayor's Comment About Hiring Immigrants
Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero's suggestion to hire immigrants to improve efficiency with the Johannesburg Metro Police Department was among the main online topics of conversation… Read more »
September 16, 2024
South Africa: Online Culture of Dismissing Women's Experiences of Violence Raises Concerns
Online victim blaming and efforts to justify intimate partner violence are still prevalent, according to a new report by the Centre for Analytics and Behavioural… Read more »
September 10, 2024
South Africa: State Fights to Keep Extortion Suspects Behind Bars - South African News Briefs - September 10, 2024
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September 06, 2024
Sudan: UN Body Outlines Broad Rights' Violations, and International Crimes in Sudan
A body set up by the United Nations said on Friday that Sudan's warring parties have committed "an appalling range" of human rights violations and international crimes, including… Read more »
September 05, 2024
South Africa: Rights Group Pledges Action After Limpopo Farm Murders - South African News Briefs - September 05, 2024
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August 14, 2024
South Africa: Eskom to Hit Joburg with 9-Hour Outage - South African News Briefs - August 14, 2024
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August 09, 2024
Africa: Widows' Rights in Africa - No Woman Should Lose Her Rights When She Loses Her Husband
Recently I had the privilege of attending the inaugural African Widows Summit. For the first time, gender ministers, First Ladies, and African Union leaders from 11… Read more »
