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AFRICA24 Group
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Africa24 Group: Suspension of Broadcasting in Guinea; False Allegations and Abusive Actions

Mindful of its obligation to comply with regulatory institutions, it previously and officially informed the HAC of this by letter dated 4 December 2025, which the HAC acknowledged receipt of

On Sunday, 22 December 2025, the Africa 24 Group (https://Africa24TV.com/) received a letter from the President of the High Authority for Communication (HAC) via our distribution partner, the Canal+ Group, entitled "Decision No. 025/ HAC/P/25‘ with the subject line ’Suspension of broadcasting of the AFRICA 24 television channel for illegal…

Equality Now

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African States urged to strengthen women’s rights protections amid rising anti-gender pushback

Sexual exploitation and trafficking are pervasive across Africa, fuelled by poverty, conflict, climate change, displacement, and cross-border trafficking

At the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) 85th Ordinary Session, leading women’s rights organisation Equality Now (www.EqualityNow.org) issued a stark warning: women and girls across Africa continue to suffer serious human rights violations due to state inaction. Equality Now urges all African governments to urgently enact and implement…

International Criminal Court (ICC)

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Statement of International Criminal Court (ICC) President Judge Tomoko Akane on the Occasion of Human Rights Day

A rules-based international order, grounded in accountability, remains essential for safeguarding the rights and security of present and future generations

Today, the International Criminal Court (ICC) (www.ICC-CPI.int) joins the international community in marking Human Rights Day (https://apo-opa.co/4poHdOm), a moment to reflect on the universal commitment made in 1948 to uphold the dignity and equality of all people. This year’s theme, “Human Rights, Our Everyday Essentials,”  (https://apo-opa.co/3KIGqZB) highlights the fundamental truth that…

International Criminal Court (ICC)

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Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman (‘Ali Kushayb’) Sentenced to 20 Years of Imprisonment

The period of his detention since 9 June 2020 will be deducted from the total time of imprisonment imposed on Abd-Al-Rahman

Today, 9 December 2025, Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court (“ICC” or “the Court”) (www.ICC-CPI.int) sentenced Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman (‘Ali Kushayb’) to 20 years of imprisonment following the Trial Judgment (http://apo-opa.co/4rKFxAp) in which the Chamber found him guilty of 27 counts of crimes against humanity and war…

UN News
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Sudan: United Nations (UN) chief condemns deadly strikes on children's nursery, hospital

Aid agencies warn that the situation across Sudan remains catastrophic for millions of people caught up in heavy fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF)

As Sudan’s civil war intensified on Monday, top UN officials condemned the killing of dozens of children in drone strikes in South Kordofan state – and the targeting of first responders trying to help the wounded. In a statement issued by his Spokesperson, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said that he was appalled to learn…

Human Rights Watch (HRW)
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Tanzania: Crackdown Ahead of Planned Protests

Respect Right to Peaceful Protest; Free Arbitrarily Detained Activists

Tanzanian authorities have wrongfully arrested alleged protest organizers and opposition supporters ahead of nationwide protests called for December 9, 2025, Human Rights Watch said today. The government should end its crackdown and immediately release all those arbitrarily detained. Activists have urged people to demonstrate peacefully on Tanzania’s Independence Day, known as D9, against…

African Union (AU)
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Chairperson of the African Union Commission on the reported attack on civilians in Kalogi, South Kordofan, Sudan

The African Union stands in solidarity with the people of Sudan and reiterates its commitment to working with regional and international partners to prevent further atrocities and support a return to dialogue, peace, and stability

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, condemns in the strongest possible terms the horrific reported attacks in Kalogi, South Kordofan, in which more than 100 civilians, including dozens of women and children in a pre-school, who were reportedly killed. The deliberate targeting of children, educators,…

Amnesty International
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Sudan: Rapid Support Forces’ ruthless attack on Zamzam camp should be investigated for war crimes

The relentless assault caused around 400,000 people to flee the camp between 13 and 14 April alone and was part of the RSF’s military campaign that began in May 2024 to capture El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur State

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) deliberately killed civilians, took hostages, pillaged and destroyed mosques, schools, and health clinics during a large-scale attack in April on Zamzam, the largest camp for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in North Darfur State, Amnesty International said in a new report published today. These violations must…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs Announces Appointment of Dr. Aaron Weah to the African Union Committee of Experts on Reparations

The Ministry extends its profound appreciation to the Regional Dean of West Africa (Senegal) and all member states within the regional bloc for endorsing Liberia’s nominee after a series of constructive negotiations

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Aaron Weah, a distinguished Liberian academic and transitional justice expert, to the African Union Committee of Experts on Reparations (AUCER). Dr. Weah’s appointment represents a significant milestone for Liberia as the nation continues to contribute meaningfully to…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
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South Sudan police officer turns United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) training into real results for victims of crimes in Bor

As the participants return to their communities, the impact of this training will be measured in every case they investigate, every victim they assist, and every act of justice they help deliver

“The thin line between justice denied and justice served is determined by investigation.” This simple but profound statement by warrant officer, Michael Dhieu Malual, perfectly captures how he has harnessed the power of newly developed investigation skills into meaningful outcomes for victims of crime in Bor. After receiving five-days of…