Ghana’s Supreme Court upheld a colonial-era law that criminalizes consensual same-sex relations, according to Human Rights Watch. This decision comes as the nation faces increasing controversy over a new bill that would intensify the persecution of sexual and gender minorities. Human Rights Watch’s interim LGBT rights director, Rasha Younes, criticized the ruling, noting that it…
LONDON, United Kingdom – A recent investigation by Amnesty International has uncovered a continuous influx of weapons into Sudan, exacerbating the ongoing conflict and resulting in severe civilian suffering. The briefing, titled “New Weapons Fuelling the Sudan Conflict,” highlights the alarming presence of arms from countries including China, Russia, Serbia, Türkiye, the United Arab Emirates…
Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame is on course for his fourth term, extending his 24-year rule by another five years in a landslide victory. Kagame won the provisional results on Monday with 99% of votes counted from Monday’s election. Since assuming office in 2000, after the end of the Rwandan Genocide and the subsequent civil war,…
Amidst Liberia’s tough economic challenges, President Joseph Boakai has announced a significant reduction in his salary. The decision, which sees the President take a voluntary 40% pay cut, comes amidst widespread economic hardships exacerbated by global economic pressures and internal fiscal constraints. The announcement marks a symbolic gesture of solidarity with the Liberian people who…
Kenyan athlete Faith Kipyegon breaks 1500 meters world record for the second time during the Diamond League track and field in Paris. Kipyegon, known for her formidable finishing kick, crossed the finish line setting the new record in history by clocking a time of 3:49.04 on Sunday, July 7th in Paris, 0.07sec faster than her…