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Published on Apr 14, 2025

Testimonies at Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s final hearing call for reparations, healing and ...

By Megan Sayles AFRO Staff Writer msayles@afro.com The Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconiciliation Commission (MLTRC) held its final public hearing on April 4 and 5 at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of African American History and Culture. The gathering …

Source: Baltimore Afro-American - Maryland - Pending
Published on Apr 16, 2025

Liberian Journalist Reflects on the Future in Birthday Message Ahead of 2029: Using the past to inform the presence and ...

As I said earlier, my message will be strange. Strange because it is not a birthday related message but a message intended to help Liberians look at the democratic future of their country. This is especially so when we all are struggling to make a decision …

Source: Front Page Africa - Neutral
Published on 11:41 GMT

Luthuli family denies accident theory, seeks truth in death inquest

The family of Chief Albert Luthuli continued with their quest for justice on the third day of the reopened inquest into his death, firmly rejecting claims that his death was accidental and pointing instead to apartheid-era police involvement. Testifying in …

Source: Witness - Pending
Published on 09:05 GMT

Democracy at a crossroads: Time for recalibration?

Prof. Sipho Seepe ON April 12, 2025, I had the privilege and honour of being invited by the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) to its celebration of its founder former President Jacob Zuma's 83rd birthday. The MKP sought to use the occasion to not only …

Source: Pretoria News - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 16, 2025

Cosas 4: Naming the elephant in the room – the crime of apartheid

The ruling in the Cosas 4 matter, a case about the death of young anti-apartheid activists in 1982 is historic. Years from now, Monday, 14 April 2025, will be recited as a major step in the prosecution of apartheid-era crimes. For the first time, a court …

Source: Mail & Guardian - Left-wing
Published on Apr 15, 2025

Japan must begin a process of strategic decoupling from America

The geopolitical landscape shifted dramatically over the past five years. America’s hasty withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 followed by its deepening entanglement in the Ukraine war – now widely understood as a grinding proxy conflict between NATO and …

Source: Asia Times - Neutral
Published on Apr 15, 2025

‘We want the truth,’ says slain activist Mxenge’s daughter

“Tata was a legend … he loved people,” said Ntombodidi Mxenge Makhanya, daughter of the late Griffiths Mxenge. Makhanya was speaking on the sidelines of the official reopening of inquests into her father’s murder and that of Chief Albert John Mvumbi …

Source: Witness - Pending
Published on Apr 15, 2025

Africa: All of Africa Today – April 14, 2025

France Threatens Retaliation If Algeria Expels Embassy Staff The French government said it will retaliate if Algeria goes ahead with a threat to expel 12 officials of the French embassy in Algiers, the capital. Algeria has been protesting against the …

Source: Skillings Mining Review - Florida - Pending
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Inquest into Chief Luthuli death to hear new evidence

Proceedings kicked off in the Pietermaritzburg High Court on Monday, with prosecutors saying they intend calling several witnesses. They include testimony a steam locomotive driver, medical experts and police officials tasked with reconstructing the scene. …

Source: East Coast Radio - Pending
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Convicted Mxenge killers seek SAPS funding for legal defense in reopened inquest

The two surviving men convicted of the 1981 murder of anti-apartheid lawyer Griffiths Mxenge have asked the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) to fund their legal defense. The request was revealed on Monday during the reopening of the inquest into …

Source: IOL - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Inquest into Mxenge’s death adjourned to June

The reopened inquest into the death of human rights lawyer, Griffiths Mxenge, has been adjourned to June 17 in the Pietermaritzburg High Court in KwaZulu-Natal. This is to allow members of the security police in the 1980s who are named in the case to …

Source: SABC News - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Jeff Radebe: ANC always suspected apartheid regime assassinated Luthuli and Mxenge

African National Congress (ANC) KwaZulu-Natal convenor Jeff Radebe says the party has long believed that political assassinations were behind the deaths of struggle icon Chief Albert Luthuli and human rights lawyer Griffiths Mxenge. Speaking to broadcaster …

Source: IOL - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 14, 2025

WATCH LIVE | Inquest hearings into deaths of Chief Albert Luthuli and Griffiths Mxenge

The Pietermaritzburg high court will begin inquests into the deaths of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Chief Albert Luthuli and anti-apartheid lawyer Griffiths Mxenge on Monday. Luthuli, who became a member of the ANC in 1944 and later became the president- …

Source: Daily Dispatch - Neutral
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Griffiths Mxenge’s family a step closer to truth as inquest into his murder reopens

The family of slain anti-apartheid activist and human rights lawyer Mlungisi Griffiths Mxenge has appealed to those who confessed to his murder to reveal who ordered a hit on him. In 1981, Mxenge was returning home from his legal office in the Durban …

Source: Cape Times - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 14, 2025

In the Shadow of a Murder: Religious Freedom Versus the Social Good in Japan

Politics and Religion in Japan Before 1945, the separation of church and state was a foreign concept in Japan. The eminent scholar of Japanese religion, Joseph Kitagawa (1915-1992), regarded the most profoundly problematic aspect of Japanese religion to be …

Source: Georgetown Journal of International Affairs - Washington D.C. - Pending
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Interview – Jorge Heine

Jorge Heine is Interim Director of the Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer-Range Future and Research Professor at the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, Boston University. He specializes in the international politics of the Global South …

Source: E-International Relations - Pending
Published on Apr 13, 2025

Year in Review: Nepal’s 2081 B.S. Marked by Tragedies, Political Strife, and Changes

KATHMANDU: In 2081 B.S., Nepal witnessed tragic events and political shifts. A devastating landslide claimed over 60 lives, while a Saurya Airlines crash killed 18. Political drama unfolded with KP Sharma Oli’s fourth term as prime minister, and major …

Source: Nepal News - Neutral
Published on Apr 13, 2025

Reopening of Mxenge inquest: Family demands answers from confessed assassins

The family of the slain anti-apartheid activist and human rights lawyer Mlungisi Griffiths Mxenge has appealed to the people who confessed to his murder, to reveal who had ordered a hit on him. In 1981, Mxenge was returning home from his legal office in …

Source: IOL - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 13, 2025

DA-PA trip to Israel exposes limits of Rainbow Nation discourse

Just as relations between members of the fragile Government of National Unity (GNU) could not be more tense, news broke — via the Good Party’s Brett Herron — of the clandestine joint Democratic Alliance (DA) and Patriotic Alliance (PA) delegation visit to …

Source: The Star - Indeterminate

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:48 GMT

Rwanda: Facts & Figures 2024

One example is our support to families separated as they escape conflict and other situations of violence in the Great Lakes Region, crossing borders, including into Rwanda. In partnership with the Rwanda Red Cross Society (RRCS) and other components of …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:48 GMT

Artificial intelligence in the military domain: ICRC submits recommendations to UN Secretary-General

Over the course of our history, the ICRC has played a significant role in the development of many of the IHL rules regulating the use of means and methods of warfare. The ICRC’s work related to the regulation of weapons, means and methods of warfare is …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:48 GMT

Uganda: Facts & Figures 2024

We have also interacted with the law faculties of several universities through national and regional moot court competitions and an IHL essay competition, besides delivering guest lectures to promote IHL teaching. We have also engaged closely with the …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 09:21 GMT

Alona Lebedieva: The Law on Bona Fide Acquirers Is a Crucial Step Toward Legal and Investment Stability

KYIV, UKRAINE, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed Law No. 12089, which strengthens the protection of the rights of bona fide acquirers of property. In particular, property can no longer be …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...

Published on April 17, 2025 - 11:06 GMT

MEDITERRANEAN: Fall in recorded crossings in first quarter of 2025 ― Greece redesignates Türkiye as ‘safe third country’ ...

The significant decrease in the number of irregular border crossings into the EU via the Mediterranean routes that was observed in 2024 has continued into the first quarter of 2025. Greece has redesignated Türkiye as a “safe third country” for people …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on April 15, 2025 - 17:20 GMT

Human rights in English and Welsh courts – the Universal Periodic Review

Every four and a half years, a state will participate in the United Nations ‘Universal Periodic Review’ (UPR). The state’s human rights situation is reviewed by its peers – other states – in an interactive dialogue. Unlike other international human rights …

Distribution channels: Law
Published on April 16, 2025 - 20:43 GMT

Nancy Hicks Marshall to Present A Dry Hate at L.A. Times Festival of Books 2025

A Gripping Legal Thriller Exposing Power, Corruption, and Immigration Politics in Arizona LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author and attorney Nancy Hicks Marshall will showcase her powerful novel, "A Dry …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry ...
Published on April 17, 2025 - 08:16 GMT

Niu Technologies Ranks First in China’s Two-Wheeler Segment in S&P Global ESG Rankings

BEIJING, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Niu Technologies (“NIU”, or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: NIU), the world’s leading provider of smart urban mobility solutions, today announced significant advancements in its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG …

Distribution channels: Electronics Industry, Media, Advertising & PR ...

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:14 GMT

Global Impact Wellness Group Welcomes Taylor Smith as New Executive Leader Focused on Legal Affairs and Community Impact

Global Impact Wellness Group is proud to announce the appointment of Taylor Smith as the newest executive leader within the organization. BALTIMORE , MD, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Impact Wellness Group is proud …

Distribution channels: Education, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Elected Officials and Silicon Valley Nonprofits Hold 'Save Medicaid' Rally to Fight Impending Budget Cuts

Zoe Lofgren, Sam Liccardo and Silicon Valley nonprofits rally to fight for Medicaid SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PRxDigital, Inc. will host a press conference and community rally to oppose impending cuts to …

Distribution channels: Emergency Services, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Critically Acclaimed Put the Guns Down: A World Epidemic Streams May 7 on Peacock, Prime, Apple TV & Google TV

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The powerful, award-winning documentary Put the Guns Down: A World Epidemic makes its highly anticipated global streaming debut on May 7, 2025, across major platforms, including Peacock …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Education ...
Published on April 17, 2025 - 09:23 GMT

CSI condemns Holy Week massacre of Christians in Nigeria

A team from Christian Solidarity International was on the ground in Nigeria as the killings unfolded ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 13, Palm Sunday, Fulani militias massacred 56 people in a Christian village …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, Politics ...
Published on April 17, 2025 - 09:00 GMT

Androscoggin Bank – Leading the Way in Sustainable Banking

LEWISTON, ME, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Androscoggin Bank has partnered with Acumen Media and CNBC to debut “Banking on Change,” a compelling short film that highlights the transformative potential of sustainable banking …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:48 GMT

Rwanda: Facts & Figures 2024

One example is our support to families separated as they escape conflict and other situations of violence in the Great Lakes Region, crossing borders, including into Rwanda. In partnership with the Rwanda Red Cross Society (RRCS) and other components of …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:48 GMT

Uganda: Facts & Figures 2024

We have also interacted with the law faculties of several universities through national and regional moot court competitions and an IHL essay competition, besides delivering guest lectures to promote IHL teaching. We have also engaged closely with the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:48 GMT

Artificial intelligence in the military domain: ICRC submits recommendations to UN Secretary-General

Over the course of our history, the ICRC has played a significant role in the development of many of the IHL rules regulating the use of means and methods of warfare. The ICRC’s work related to the regulation of weapons, means and methods of warfare is …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 17, 2025 - 00:21 GMT

Autism Acceptance Month Shines at Jay Nolan's Vibrant 'Picnic in the Park' Celebration

Families with children with disabilities enjoyed a day of fun, community, and support thanks to local sponsors and Jay Nolan Community Services LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Jay …

Distribution channels: Amusement, Gaming & Casino, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on April 16, 2025 - 20:50 GMT

ACTOR DANNY ARROYO BRINGS NOTORIOUS LA OUTLAW TIBURCIO VÁSQUEZ TO LIFE ON THE WILD WEST CHRONICLES

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Actor Danny Arroyo is making waves this awards season with his compelling portrayal of the notorious California outlaw Tiburcio Vásquez, now on the Emmy ballot for Outstanding …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Education ...
Published on April 16, 2025 - 20:44 GMT

Dr. Jamal H. Bryant and The JHB Movement to Host Strategic Town Hall Revealing the Next Phase of the TargetFast Movement

STONECREST, GA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As national momentum continues to build around the TargetFast movement, Dr. Jamal Harrison Bryant, Senior Pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church and founder of The JHB …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 16, 2025 - 19:13 GMT

A Season of Shared Hope: Eric Malley Offers a Reflective Easter and Passover Message for All

Both Easter and Passover call us to remember the past, celebrate the present, and look forward with hope to a future shaped by justice, compassion, and freedom. WEST HARTFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Easter and …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 16, 2025 - 18:55 GMT

NextGen Welcomes Veteran Fundraiser Bruce Duesterhoeft to Digital Team

PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NextGen Fundraising has announced the addition of veteran fundraiser Bruce Duesterhoeft as Senior Director, Digital Services. Bruce has spent a career spanning more than …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 17:44 GMT

ICCU and Stukent Announce Renewed Commitment to Expand Financial Literacy Across the West

ICCU and Stukent expand their partnership to bring free, hands-on financial literacy tools to 500K students across the western U.S. POCATELLO, ID, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ICCU and Stukent®, a leading edtech provider …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

Yilin Chen Announces New Film Projects to Amplify Women's Voices and Promote Gender Equity in Global Cinema

Film producer Yilin Chen launches socially driven projects that spotlight women's stories while advancing inclusive growth in the global film industry LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Film producer Yilin …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

Caretech Leads the Way in Inclusive In-Home Care for All Ages

Serving All of Nebraska and Beyond, Caretech Champions Personalized Care for Every Stage of Life OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Caretech, a trusted name in home care founded in Omaha, NE, is proud to be one of the …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Emergency Services ...
Published on April 16, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

CAN Launches 'Defining Consent' Video for Weinstein and Diddy Jurors

And All Jurors Everywhere! NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The word “consent” appears 162 times in New York’s Penal Code. But this pivotal word that jurors rely on to determine guilt or innocence for crimes such …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Middle Eastern Artist Yousef Al Omani lends his soulful voice to "Why Oh Why"

Yousef Al Omani lends his voice to a powerful global call for unity with the stirring anthem 'Why Oh Why'. HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Middle Eastern superstar Yousef Al Omani lends his iconic voice …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 09:26 GMT

The World Medical Association welcomes progress on the Global Pandemic Agreement

WMA commends the dedicated efforts of Member States of the World Health Organization over the past three years to negotiate the Global Pandemic Agreement FERNEY VOLTAIRE, FRANCE, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The World Medical Association …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

4th Annual International Urs Mubarak Commemorates the Life and Legacy of Hazrat El Sheikh Syed Mubarik Ali Shah Gillani

LAHORE, PAKISTAN, PAKISTAN, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 4th Annual Urs Shareef commemorating the passing of Hazrat El Sheikh Syed Mubarik Ali Shah Gillani (mercy of Allah upon him) was held in Lahore, Pakistan on Sunday, April 6, …

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