No Consensus on Proposed Global Cybercrime Treaty September 6, 2023 Last week, governments concluded two weeks of meetings at the United Nations on a proposed global cybercrime treaty, but failed to reach a consensus on key issues. The treaty, which has been under development for nearly four years, aims to […]
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The Power of the People: How Activism is Transforming the Fight Against Air Pollution
Champions of clean air: People power in the fight against air pollution The Global Air Pollution Crisis Air pollution is a global crisis that poses a severe threat to human health. According to the latest report from the Air Quality Life Index (AQLI), air pollution is the greatest global threat […]
Addressing the ‘Spy Clause’ in the UK’s Online Safety Bill: A Crucial Step Before Enactment
The UK Online Safety Bill and the Concerns Surrounding the ‘Spy Clause’ Introduction The UK Online Safety Bill, expected to become law later this year, has garnered significant attention due to the inclusion of Clause 122, commonly referred to as the ‘spy clause.’ This clause has raised concerns among human […]
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 […]
Breaking Barriers: Empowering Children with Albinism Through Education
**Dispatches: Breaking Educational Barriers for Children with Albinism** *By | September 5, 2023* *Azemap Organization and Human Rights Watch join forces to support children with albinism in Mozambique* As the school year commences and children around the world prepare to return to their classrooms, it is essential to reflect on […]
Hong Kong’s Landmark Ruling: A Glimmer of Hope for LGBTI Rights in Asia
Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal Verdict Grants Partial Victory to LGBTI Activist An Important Step Forward for LGBTI Rights in Hong Kong In response to the Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal’s recent verdict granting a partial victory to LGBTI activist Jimmy Sham, Amnesty International’s Regional Director for East, […]
The Humanitarian Crisis in Aleppo: Balancing Building Safety and Preventing Forced Evictions
The Syrian Authorities Must Guarantee the Right to Housing in Aleppo After Earthquakes Concerns over Unlawful Demolitions Amnesty International has called on the Syrian authorities to ensure that the right to housing of residents affected by the February earthquakes in Aleppo is guaranteed. The organization has expressed concerns about the […]
Free Speech Under Threat: The Troubling Situation in Chad
Troubling Development for Free Speech in Chad: Authorities Suspend News Site The Suspension of Alwihda Info In a concerning development for free speech and media freedom in Chad, the popular news website Alwihda Info has been suspended by Chad‘s High Media and Audiovisual Authority regulator (HAMA). The suspension, lasting eight […]
US Immigration Policy: A Shameful Display of Hypocrisy in Haitian Deportations
US Chooses Shameful Hypocrisy in Forcibly Returning Haitians The Context In a recent move that has drawn widespread criticism, the Biden administration chose to forcibly deport 57 Haitians back to their home country on August 31st, despite the ongoing security risks and worsening conditions in Haiti. This decision exposes a […]
Centering Human Rights: Africa’s Leaders Urged to Take Ambitious Action at Key Climate Summit
A Call for Ambitious and Long-Lasting Climate Action in Africa Introduction Amnesty International, a leading global human rights organization, has called on African leaders convening in Nairobi for the African Climate week and inaugural Climate Summit to pursue ambitious and long-lasting climate action. In the face of the disastrous effects […]