CPJ FINDS FLAWS IN MURDER CONVICTION OF SENEGALESE JOURNALIST
By ZR Reporter The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) says the murder conviction of René Capain Bassène, a journalist who was arrested eight days after the 2018 massacre of 14…
How to address climate change’s vicious circles in Southern Africa
By Tanja Lubbers, regional director of Hivos Southern Africa Hivos’ Executive Board has asked me to briefly reprise my role as regional director in Southern Africa as we are rethinking…
LAWYER CITES 300 POTENTIAL CASES AGAINST DIDDY
A lawyer representing several alleged victims of Sean “Diddy” Combs says the potential number of civil legal cases against the musician “is probably in the 300 range”. Tony Buzbee told…
Democracy defenders meet at 28th Forum 2000 conference as Czechia President says protecting democracy isn’t an easy task
By Beatrice Chabaya Authoritarian threats have become a pressing concern globally, prompting leaders to convene and address the issue. Global leaders recently gathered at the 28th Forum 2000 conference in…
Lost youth: The heartbreaking story of Tarimo
By Richard Lamu in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania In the vibrant and apparently happy streets of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, a grieving uncle shares the tragic tale of his nephew,…