July 03
Cameroon: Artist Rearrested in Cameroon
Worrying Sign for Freedom of Expression ahead of 2025 Elections Read more »
June 26
Mali: ICC Unseals Arrest Warrant for Armed Group Leader
Authorities Need to Investigate, Prosecute Grave Crimes Committed by All Sides Read more »
June 25
Mali: Mali's Junta Renews Assault On Political Opposition
Release, Drop Charges Against 11 People Wrongfully Arrested Read more »
June 21
Africa: Pre-Primary Education for Children Benefits Everyone
On a roadside in Central Uganda, a woman selling charcoal says she barely earns enough to buy food for herself and her eight children. She is determined for her children to go to… Read more »
June 20
Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso Junta Again Suspends TV News Broadcasts
The decision by Burkina Faso's media regulatory body to suspend broadcasts of the French news network TV5 is the latest attempt to crack down on independent media and access to… Read more »
Burkina Faso: Conflict in Burkina Faso Jeopardizing Education
Burkina Faso experienced an upsurge in attacks on students, teachers and schools in 2022 and 2023, according to a report released today by the Global Coalition to Protect Education… Read more »
June 13
Niger: Niger Court May Lift Immunity of Ex-President After Unfair Proceedings
Mohamed Bazoum Denied Access to Lawyers, Evidence Read more »
May 09
Nigeria: Nigerian Journalist's Detention Threatens Press Freedom
Immediately Release Daniel Ojukwu if No Charges Brought 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 »
April 25
Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso - Army Massacres 223 Villagers
Undertake Prompt, Independent Inquiry with AU, UN Assistance 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 12
Mali: Junta Suspends Political Parties, Associations
Action Undermines Fundamental Freedoms Read more »
April 11
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
Senegal: Human Rights Agenda for President Faye
Prioritize Fundamental Rights and 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 »
March 28
Mali: Army, Wagner Group Atrocities Against Civilians
Investigations Needed Into Indiscriminate Drone Strikes, Summary Killings Read more »
March 21
Cameroon: Govt Bans Opposition Coalitions
Solidifies Crackdown on Free Association, Expression Ahead of 2025 Vote Read more »
March 18
Nigeria: Armed Groups Kidnap Hundreds Across Northern Nigeria
Seek Victims' Safe Release; Improve Protection for At-Risk Students, Communities Read more »
March 15
Guinea: Prosecution Seeks Crimes Against Humanity Charges in Guinea Massacre Trial
Earlier this month, in the landmark trial of Guinea's former president and 10 others, including former ministers, who are accused of responsibility for a massacre and rapes in a… Read more »
March 12
Ghana: Ghana's Leaders Push Back On Anti-LGBT Bill
Major Figures Urge President to Veto Harmful Legislation Read more »
March 05
Senegal: Amnesty Bill Opens Door to Impunity
Law Would Cheat Victims, Embolden Abusers Read more »
March 04
Mali: Security Force Whistleblower Arrested
Colonel Feared 'Forcibly Disappeared' for Speaking Out Against Military Abuse Read more »
March 05
Ghana: Ghana - President Should Veto Anti-LGBT Bill
Violates Rights to Nondiscrimination, Freedom of Expression and Assembly Read more »
February 27
Burkina Faso: Abductions Used to Crack Down On Dissent
Locate 'Disappeared'; Investigate Abusive Conscription; Hold Abusers to Account Read more »
February 14
Cameroon: Trial for Cameroon Village Massacre Drags On
Still No Justice for Ngarbuh Victims and Families Read more »
Human Rights Watch (Washington, DC)
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