politics

Kenya is grappling with renewed outrage following the death of blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody. An autopsy revealed that Ojwang was strangled, contradicting initial police claims that he died after hitting his head against a cell wall. This revelation has sparked widespread protests and calls for accountability. Ojwang was arrested on June 6, 2025, in Homa Bay for allegedly sharing…

The recent peace initiatives between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have garnered international attention, yet a critical component remains conspicuously absent: the inclusion of local communities, particularly women, youth, and marginalized groups, in the peace process. Their voices are essential for a durable and inclusive resolution to the ongoing conflict. The current…

In recent years, Libya has become a focal point for the tragic realities of irregular migration, with numerous mass graves discovered across the country, underscoring the perilous journeys undertaken by migrants seeking refuge in Europe. In March 2024, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported the discovery of a mass grave in southwest Libya’s Al Shuwairf region…

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…

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…