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Politics and Society Ethiopia’s new year offers a chance to unite the country
Amid New Year celebrations in Ethiopia, questions still linger around the possibility for sustained peace and stability.
Politics and Society Zimbabwe’s deepening crisis: time for second government of national unity?
It’s time for a new approach as it becomes increasingly clear that protests won’t topple the Zanu-PF government.
Politics and Society The African Union and SA President Ramaphosa condemn xenophobic violence
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki Mahamat and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa have condemned in the strongest terms, the incidents of violence against nationals of fellow African countries in South Africa. President Ramaphosa warned of action against criminals.
Politics and Society Tippex election can’t erase Malawians’ dissatisfaction
Malawi’s opposition and civil society are ready for more protests over the presidential poll results.
Politics and Society Former Nigerian Deputy Senator, Ike Ekweremadu beaten in Germany by Nigerians
In Australia and Britain, lawmakers have been egged for making unpopular statements. In many parts of Africa, lawmakers move freely in convoys while the masses suffer. Nigeria’s former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu however received an unusual welcome at Nuremberg, Germany when he was beaten and chased away from an event to mark the New Yam festival.
Politics and Society The Motlanthe Commission’s anniversary of shame
The results of the inquiry into the 1 August 2018 shootings reveal Zimbabwe’s lack of reform.
Politics and Society Sudan needs women at its negotiating table
Having played a leading role in Bashir’s ousting, women can improve prospects for mediation and long-term peace.
Politics and Society After Omar al-Bashir’s Ouster, PHR Intensifies Call for Accountability and Respect for Rights in Sudan
Following release of its major report detailing Sudanese government’s campaign of intimidation, persecution, and torture and its targeting of medical personnel, Physicians for Human Rights emphasizes need for protection of peaceful protesters and inclusion of civil society in Sudan’s future.