Belarus: Decree Puts Exiled Citizens at Risk Background On September 4, 2023, Belarusian President Aliaksander Lukashenka signed a decree that denies exiled citizens the ability to obtain or renew their passports or process essential documents at Belarusian consulates overseas. The decree abolishes the authority of consulates and diplomatic missions in […]
Author: Lee Olivia
Hi, I'm Olivia Lee, a journalist who has covered a wide range of issues related to civil rights and political freedoms. I believe that democracy is a fundamental right, and I'm dedicated to reporting on stories that promote transparency, accountability, and good governance.
Education Under Siege: The Alarming Global Surge in Attacks on Learning Institutions
Alarming Increase in Attacks on Education Worldwide The Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack (GCPEA) has reported a significant rise in attacks on education worldwide, with more than 3,000 attacks identified in 2022, a 17 percent increase from the previous year. This data, released ahead of the fourth United […]
Bridging Freedom and Justice: The Urgent Call to Release Prominent Scholar Gubad Ibadoghlu
Unlawful Detention of Azerbaijani Scholar and Political Activist: A Chilling Example of Repression Introduction The case of Gubad Ibadoghlu, an Azerbaijani scholar and political activist, has brought to light yet another grim example of the Azerbaijani authorities’ misuse of the criminal justice system to stifle peaceful criticism and dissent. Ibadoghlu’s […]
Europe’s Sex Worker Rights: A Pivotal Moment of Recognition and Reform
European Court of Human Rights Takes on Sex Worker Rights: A Pivotal Moment for Empowerment and Recognition The Current Landscape The European Court of Human Rights has agreed to hear a case brought by sex workers against the criminalization of their work. This decision comes at a critical juncture for […]
The Deadly Duo: Heatwaves Intensify Air Pollution, Urgency for Fossil Fuel Elimination
## Rising Heatwaves and Decreasing Air Quality Threaten Human Rights The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) released a report today that illustrates the alarming connection between the increased frequency and intensity of heatwaves and the decline in air quality worldwide. These changes not only jeopardize people’s health but also pose a […]
Zimbabwe’s Crackdown on Human Rights Lawyers: A Disturbing Blow to the Rule of Law
Arbitrary Arrest and the Erosion of Rule of Law in Zimbabwe The Detention of Human Rights Lawyers Amnesty International’s condemnation of the recent arrest and detention of human rights lawyers Doug Coltart and Tapiwa Muchineripi by the Zimbabwe police highlights a concerning trend in the country. These lawyers were representing […]
Climate Justice for Africa: Engaging with the Paris Agreement Implementation and Compliance Committee
Embedding a Bottom-Up Approach to Climate Justice for Africa Introduction African leaders are preparing to gather in Nairobi in September 2023 for the Africa Climate Summit. This summit is crucial for the continent as it seeks to establish a unified position on key climate change challenges. African leaders will then […]
Zimbabwe: The Dark Shadow Cast on Mnangagwa’s Inauguration by Arrests and Torture of Political Activists.
Inauguration of Emmerson Mnangagwa Amid Reports of Human Rights Abuses Introduction The recent inauguration of President Emmerson Mnangagwa for his second term in Zimbabwe has been marred by a climate of fear and multiple reports of human rights abuses. The allegations include arbitrary arrests, abductions, and torture of opposition party […]
Reviving Africa: Breaking Free from Colonial Chains and Embracing a Sustainable Pan-African Future
Time to Shake Off Colonial Legacy and Shape Up Our Green Pan-African Future A New Story for Africa The announcement of the Just Transition Partnerships between South Africa and Global North partners, as well as with Senegal, presents a unique opportunity for Africa to break free from the legacy of […]
Decolonizing Africa’s Climate Agenda: Forging a Sustainable Pan-African Future
Africa‘s Opportunity to Shape a Green Pan-African Future Introduction In a new partnership between South Africa and Global North partners and a subsequent partnership with Senegal, totaling USD 100 billion in climate finance, Africa has an opportunity to shake off its colonial legacy and shape a green pan-African future. This […]