In recent years, Lake Tanganyika’s rising waters have submerged vast areas of Burundi, displacing thousands and exacerbating the country’s vulnerability to climate change. The situation has reached a crisis point, with communities along the lake’s shores facing devastating consequences.
The flooding, intensified by climate change and the El Niño phenomenon, has led to the displacement of…
A recent Nigerian military airstrike in northwest Zamfara State has resulted in the deaths of at least 20 civilians, including members of local vigilante groups. The incident occurred in Tungar Kara village, where community members had mobilized to defend against an attack by armed groups. The Nigerian Air Force mistakenly identified these civilians as fleeing bandits and launched the strike…
In a landmark move to address the deep wounds of its past, South Africa has appointed a panel of senior judges to investigate unresolved injustices committed during the apartheid era. This decision marks a renewed effort to seek accountability and truth for victims and families who have long awaited justice.
The announcement comes decades after the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC)…
On May 28, 2025, Namibia commemorated its inaugural Genocide Remembrance Day, honoring the estimated 75,000 Herero and 10,000 Nama individuals killed by German colonial forces between 1904 and 1908—the first genocide of the 20th century. While the Namibian government marked the occasion with a ceremony in Windhoek, many descendants of the victims, including leaders from the Ovaherero and Nama…
In a case that has shocked South Africa, Racquel “Kelly” Smith was sentenced to life imprisonment for trafficking her six-year-old daughter, Joshlin Smith. Smith, along with her boyfriend Jacquen Appollis and friend Steveno van Rhyn, was convicted of kidnapping and human trafficking after Joshlin went missing in February 2024. Despite extensive police efforts, the child remains…
In recent weeks, heavy rains have triggered devastating floods across several states in Nigeria, leading to significant loss of life, destruction of property, and the displacement of thousands. The 2025 rainy season has proven particularly harsh, with rainfall far above seasonal averages in many parts of the country. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has reported dozens of fatalities…
Since the enactment of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act (AHA) in May 2023, the LGBTQ+ community has faced a surge in state-sanctioned violence, discrimination, and persecution. The law, which includes provisions such as the death penalty for “aggravated homosexuality,” has created an environment where LGBTQ+ individuals are subjected to arbitrary arrests, forced evictions, and…
