human rights

The Fight for Patrick Zaki’s Freedom: A Struggle for Human Rights in Egypt

In July 2023, the United States called for the release of Patrick Zaki, a human rights researcher sentenced to three…

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Deputy President Condemns Alleged Police Assault Incident

On Tuesday, the Deputy President spoke out against an incident involving his VIP protection officers allegedly assaulting three civilians on…

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Egypt's Devolution into Authoritarianism: A Decade of Suppression Ten years ago, thendefense minister Abdel Fattah alSisi promised to lead Egypt…

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The Urgent Need to Address Illegal Organ Harvesting and Superstitions in Tanzania

The recent case of organ harvesting in Tanzania has brought to light the dark side of witchcraft and mutilation in…

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Addressing the Cholera Outbreak in Hammanskraal

Cholera outbreaks are a common occurrence in areas with poor water quality and sanitation, and Hammanskraal is no exception. The…

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South Africa’s Child Support Grant Wins ISSA Good Practice Award for Social Security in Africa

South Africa's Minister of Social Development, Ms. Lindiwe Zulu, accepted the International Social Security Association (ISSA) Good Practice Award for…

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Pregnant Immigrant Women in South Africa Struggle to Access Prenatal Care Despite Constitutional Court Order

In April 2021, the Gauteng High Court in South Africa ruled that free public health services must be provided to…

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Confronting Religious Extremism in Kenya: Lessons from the Shakahola Tragedy

Kenya experienced its worst mass suicide incident in the southeast of the country, with over a hundred confirmed deaths, including…

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South African Municipalities’ Water and Sanitation Crisis: A Gross Violation of Constitutional Rights

The water and sanitation crisis affecting several towns in South Africa has led to broken pipes and maintenance holes, causing…

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The Struggle for Peace and Security in the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Great Lakes Region

Ten years ago, on February 24, 2013, the Peace, Security and Cooperation (PSC) Framework for the Democratic Republic of Congo…

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South African Government Faces Challenge to Provide Uninterrupted Power Supply

The Pretoria High Court has ordered the South African government to equip public facilities, such as hospitals, clinics, police stations,…

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World Press Freedom Day: Celebrating the Role of the Press in Promoting Human Rights

World Press Freedom Day is a significant event that highlights the critical role of the press in promoting and safeguarding…

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World Press Freedom Day: Celebrating the Importance of Press Freedom

World Press Freedom Day is an annual event that commemorates the importance of press freedom across the globe. This year,…

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The 2023 National Orders Ceremony: Honoring Extraordinary Achievements and Selflessness

On a historic day, South Africa celebrated the 2023 National Orders ceremony, which recognized the contributions of both South African…

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Balancing International Commitments with Domestic Needs: The Case of Putin’s Potential Arrest in South Africa

The tension between the Western Cape Government and the ANCnational government over the potential arrest of Russian President Vladimir Putin…

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