China's Secret Police Outposts Exposed in East Africa
Amnesty International reveals Chinese police operating covert stations in Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda, raising serious human rights concerns about transnational repression.
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UK bill grants legal rights to nature
A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.
Somalia famine: Climate crisis pushes millions to brink
Exclusive report reveals how consecutive failed rainy seasons and soaring global food prices have created a perfect storm of famine in Somalia, with millions facing severe hunger and aid agencies struggling to respond.
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case
In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights
US Aid Cuts Trigger HIV Crisis in Lesotho
The tiny African kingdom of Lesotho faces a devastating HIV epidemic resurgence after Trump administration funding cuts eliminated essential prevention programmes, leaving thousands vulnerable.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
45 dead in South Africa bus crash, child sole survivor
Tragedy strikes as a bus carrying Easter pilgrims plunges 50 metres down a ravine near Mamatlakala, leaving 45 dead and sole eight-year-old survivor fighting for life.
South Africa declares disaster amid catastrophic flooding
Johannesburg and Pretoria face devastating floods as South Africa declares state of emergency with multiple fatalities reported and infrastructure severely damaged.
Africa demands £1.3 trillion climate debt payment
African nations are calling for wealthy countries to honour their climate finance commitments as new research reveals the staggering £1.3 trillion needed for decarbonisation across the continent.
Sierra Leone: Africa's Undiscovered Beach Paradise
Discover Sierra Leone's breathtaking coastline, pristine rainforests and vibrant culture in this comprehensive travel guide to West Africa's emerging tourism destination.
Badenoch attacks Human Rights Act in Tory speech
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch launches blistering attack on Human Rights Act, vowing to prevent 'foreign courts' from dictating UK policy in explosive Conservative conference address.
British tourist missing near crocodile lake in South Africa
A British tourist has mysteriously disappeared during a hike near a crocodile-infested lake in South Africa's renowned Kruger National Park, sparking an urgent search operation and growing fears for his safety.
Sciver-Brunt century seals England's last-ball thriller
England's women secure dramatic 2-wicket win against South Africa as Nat Sciver-Brunt scores magnificent century in final-ball thriller at County Ground.
England women stun South Africa in World Cup thriller
A spectacular bowling performance from Linsey Smith propels England to a dramatic victory over South Africa in the Women's Cricket World Cup, keeping their tournament hopes alive.
Caster Semenya wins landmark human rights case
South African Olympic champion Caster Semenya secures historic victory at European Court of Human Rights in her decade-long fight against testosterone regulations in athletics.
Duchess Sophie condemns sexual violence in Congo visit
The Duchess of Edinburgh delivers powerful speech in Democratic Republic of Congo, calling for global action to protect women and girls from wartime sexual violence during poignant Africa visit.
Mandela's Grandson: Gaza Suffering "Greatest Apartheid"
In an exclusive interview, Chief Mandla Mandela compares Israel's treatment of Palestinians to South Africa's apartheid era, calling for international intervention in Gaza.
Kenyan Activists Vanish After Uganda Opposition Rally
Human rights groups demand answers as Kenyan activists disappear following participation in Ugandan opposition gathering, raising serious concerns about cross-border political repression.
Morocco protests turn deadly as police open fire
Moroccan cities erupt in violence as security forces fire live ammunition on demonstrators, marking the first deaths in escalating youth-led protests against government policies and economic conditions.
South African Ambassador Found Dead in Paris
South Africa's ambassador to France, Mphakama Mbete, has been discovered deceased at his official Paris home, prompting investigations by French authorities and diplomatic responses from Pretoria.
Springboks lose Ox Nche for Argentina Rugby Championship clash
South Africa's Rugby Championship campaign suffers major blow as influential front-rower Ox Nche withdraws from Argentina fixture due to injury, forcing Springbok selectors into urgent reshuffle.
Lammy accused of ignoring women's rights in UN delegation row
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under fire for allegedly ignoring women's rights groups by appointing a LGBTQ charity to the UK's delegation for a key UN human rights meeting, sparking accusations of a 'hierarchy of rights'.
Harry Brook's Maiden Century Seals England ODI Win vs SA
Rising star Harry Brook's explosive maiden ODI century powers England to a stunning series-levelling victory against South Africa at Bloemfontein. Discover how he sealed the win with a six.
West African Nations Forge Historic Cooperation Pact
In a landmark move for regional stability, Ghana, Senegal, and The Gambia have signed a pivotal cooperation agreement covering security, economic development, and cross-border collaboration, signalling a new era of West African diplomacy.
Mali-Senegal Diplomatic Row Over Migrant Worker Rights
A bitter dispute erupts between Mali and Senegal as Bamako accuses Dakar of 'modern slavery' and suspends all labour authorisations, threatening regional relations and migrant livelihoods.
DeSantis signs Florida bill erasing LGBTQ+ protections
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.
QLD's 'Hostile' Indigenous Policies Condemned by Rights Chief
Australia's Human Rights Commissioner condemns the Queensland government's 'punitive and hostile' approach to First Nations people, warning of devastating human rights violations.
Ghana Parliament Brawl Over Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Halts Vote
Chaos erupted in Ghana's parliament as lawmakers came to blows during a heated debate on a stringent new anti-LGBTQ+ bill, delaying a critical vote and drawing international condemnation.
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