Burkina Faso: Upsurge in Atrocities by Islamist Armed Groups Summary Human Rights Watch has reported an upsurge in atrocities committed by Islamist armed groups in Burkina Faso since late 2022. These groups have killed civilians, looted and burned property, and forced thousands to flee. They have also besieged several towns, […]
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.
Ukraine’s Dam Destruction: The Repetitive Pattern of Loss
Dam Destruction in Ukraine: Loss After Loss After Loss Russian Authorities Fail to Provide Timely Evacuation, Aid to Civilians In the early morning of June 6, the Nova Kakhovka dam in southern Ukraine was destroyed, resulting in disastrous flooding of numerous towns and villages along the Dnipro River. The aftermath […]
Examining the Escalating Violence Under President Tinubu’s Leadership: Over 120 Lives Lost in Nigeria
The Escalating Gun Violence in Nigeria: A Failure of Leadership and Impunity The Current Crisis Gun violence has surged in Nigeria in recent weeks, with at least 123 deaths reported in various communities across the country since President Bola Tinubu’s inauguration on May 29th. Rural areas, already accustomed to the […]
Human rights activist in Belarus faces trial for helping protesters
Belarusian Human Rights Defender Anastasia Loika Faces Politically Motivated Trial Background Anastasia Loika, a prominent Belarusian human rights defender, is currently facing trial on politically motivated charges, which could lead to a prison sentence of up to 12 years. Her arrest and prosecution are a clear attempt by the Belarusian […]
Zimbabwe’s ‘Patriotic Bill’: A Dangerous Blow to Human Rights
[object Object] Human rights-humanrights,Zimbabwe,PatrioticBill,danger > You might want to read ! Kyrgyzstan’s Proposed Law Endangers Civil Society The Persecution of Free Speech in Russia: Human Rights Defender Oleg Orlov Faces Trial for Criticizing the Military Respect for human rights in China at risk as lawyer reporting torture is sentenced to […]
“Honduras Corruption: Urging for Bold Measures to Combat the Crisis”
Honduras: Strong Action Needed on Corruption Human Rights Watch has recently called upon the Honduran government to take critical steps to fight corruption, a long-standing structural problem that has undermined human rights throughout the country. As per their briefing paper, systemic corruption can deprive the government of money to invest […]
“In the Smoke: An Insightful View into the Life of a Fish Smoker in Sanyang, Gambia”
The Cultural Significance of Fish Smoking in Sanyang, Gambia For centuries, smoking fish has been ingrained in the culture and lifestyle of many coastal communities. In Sanyang, a small fishing village located in the West African nation of Gambia, smoking fish is not only a means of preserving and preparing […]
Interview with Adja, a fish smoker from Sanyang: A local perspective on environmental issues and sustainable practices.
Fishermen in Sanyang Struggle with Sustainability and Environmental Issues Local Perspectives on the Challenges Facing the Fishing Industry The small coastal town of Sanyang in Gambia depends on fishing as its primary source of income and sustenance. Recently, the fishermen in Sanyang have been struggling with issues related to sustainability […]
Examining the Impact and Implications of American Churches’ Initiative to End Israel’s Apartheid
American Churches Launch Initiative to End Israel’s Apartheid On June 6, 2023, a coalition of over 100 faith-based groups launched the Apartheid Free Communities Initiative, an interdenominational campaign seeking to end the crime of apartheid committed against Palestinians. This initiative aims to bring awareness to the discrimination and human rights […]
Uzbekistan’s Imprisoned Lawyer: A Test of the Country’s Reform
Uzbekistan Should Free Imprisoned Lawyer and Uphold Citizen’s Rights On June 5th, a Tashkent courtroom concluded the trial of blogger and lawyer Daulet Tazhimuratov and 14 other defendants for alleged crimes related to the July 2022 protests in Karakalpakstan, Uzbekistan‘s autonomous region. While the sentences of 14 defendants were reduced […]