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Published on 09:33 GMT

Award winning poet drags Kazembe Kasembe, Matanga to court over police brutality

AWARD winning Victoria Falls based poet Obert Dube is suing Home Affairs minister Kazembe Kazembe, Police Commissioner General and five police officers who assaulted him for loitering in January on allegations he had violated a Covid-19 curfew against. …

Source: Bulawayo 24 News - Neutral
Published on Jul 19, 2021

MAVERICK CITIZEN: AFRICAN HUMAN RIGHTS ROUNDUP #44: Eswatini crisis: Time to rethink governance and allow multiparty ...

Eswatini King Mswati III. (Photo: EPA-EFE / Shiraaz Mohamed) Deadly protests erupted in Eswatini after a decree by King Mswati III on 24 June 2021 banning citizens from sending petitions to parliamentarians to demand democratic reforms. The ban fuelled …

Source: Daily Maverick - Neutral
Published on Jul 26, 2021

TROUBLED KINGDOM: US condemns arrest of two Swazi dissident MPs

King Mswati III of Eswatini. (Photo: EPA-EFE / Yeshiel Panchia) The US government and the Eswatini opposition have condemned the country’s government for arresting two dissident members of Parliament on Sunday. The US embassy in Eswatini said it was “ …

Source: Daily Maverick - Neutral
Published on Aug 3, 2021

WE’RE NOT HIDING MP ‘GAWUZELA’ - US EMBASSY

MBABANE – While the location of Siphofaneni Member of Parliament Mduduzi ‘Gawuzela’ Simelane remains a mystery, the US Embassy has dismissed talks that it was harbouring the legislator. While the Times SUNDAY published a picture of Simelane praying on a …

Source: Times of Swaziland - Uncategorized
Published on Jul 15, 2021

MAVERICK CITIZENand#039;S SOUTHERN AFRICA HUMAN RIGHTS ROUNDUP #43: Torture still a weapon of choice against dissent in ...

(Photo: livelaw.in / Wikipedia) On 26 June the world commemorated the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. The prohibition of torture is enshrined in many international and regional human rights instruments, particularly the Convention …

Source: Daily Maverick - Neutral
Published on Aug 3, 2021

Central Banks Must Address Pandemic Challenges

COVID-19, Development & Aid, Economy & Trade, Financial Crisis, Global, Green Economy, Headlines, Health, Human Rights, Humanitarian Emergencies, Labour, Poverty & SDGs, TerraViva United Nations Opinion SYDNEY and KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 2021 (IPS) …

Source: Inter Press Service - Neutral
Published on Jul 15, 2021

Swaziland- Eswatini Protests - Breaking the Faade of Royal Dictatorship - AllAfrica.com

The recent protests in the Kingdom of eSwatini have claimed nine lives and destroyed property of a great value. The demonstrations have also claimed the facade of political stability and the image of a people happy in their cultural element. Loss of lives …

Source: Zimbabwe News.Net - Neutral
Published on Aug 1, 2021

Arrest warrant issued for Eswatini MP

POLITICS One of the three dissident MPs in Eswatini is consulting his legal team about whether he should hand himself over to the police. Mduduzi Simelane, a pivotal figure in the recent unrest sparked by demands for democratic reforms in the landlocked …

Source: Africa Leader - Uncategorized
Published on Jun 23, 2021

The Biden Administration Is Committed to Human Rights: Except When It Isn’t

President Joe Biden recently met with Russian President Vladimir Putin, causing some complaint in Washington. After all, the latter runs an authoritarian state. To highlight his public commitment to democracy, Biden told the press: "I made it clear to …

Source: Antiwar.com - Uncategorized
Published on Jul 10, 2021

Eswatini: Statement on behalf of the UNICEF Regional Director for Eastern & Southern Africa, Mohamed M. Malick Fall

NAIROBI, 9 July 2021 - “UNICEF is deeply concerned about the safety and wellbeing of children in Eswatini following days of unrest that have claimed the life of at least one child and injured another. UNICEF is saddened to learn that a high-school-aged boy …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Jul 30, 2021

END DAYS FORSEEN FOR AFRICA’S ABSOLUTE MONARCHY

An eruption of pro-democracy protests inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, is facing a violent crackdown by the regime of King Mswati III of Eswatini, formerly Swaziland, whose ferocity may spell the end days for a kleptocratic monarchy in this …

Source: Wilmington Journal - North Carolina - Left-wing
Published on Jul 30, 2021

Arrest of Eswatini Lawmakers Condemned by International Community

JOHANNESBURG - Rights groups have condemned Eswatini's arrest of two lawmakers this week and the use of force against pro-democracy protesters. The southern African kingdom, Africa's last absolute monarchy, has been rocked by protests since June. …

Source: Voice of America - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jun 9, 2021

Swaziland born top human rights lawyer says Zimbabwe police should be sued

TOP human rights lawyer, Beatrice Mtetwa says police officers who take the law into their own hands through visiting forms of brutalities on suspects or turn some incidents into political cases, must be sued in their own capacity for the transgressions. …

Source: Bulawayo 24 News - Neutral
Published on Jul 3, 2021

SACP supports the people of Swaziland

Party says current protests, which began in May with demand for an end to police violence, are justified SACP supports the people of Swaziland struggling for democracy, strongly condemns the violence unleashed by the state against the people 2 July 2021 …

Source: Politicsweb FC - Right-wing
Published on Jul 1, 2021

Estwatini: Pro-democracy activists protests in former Swaziland

The small mountain kingdom has been rocked by pro-democracy demonstrations over the past three days and videos of people burning tires and barricading streets in the largest city, Manzini, and the central town of Matsapha have been circulating on social …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on May 26, 2021

MAVERICK CITIZEN: SOUTHERN AFRICA HUMAN RIGHTS ROUNDUP #39: Covid-19 and the escalating assault on press freedom across ...

With the world’s attention focused on combating Covid-19 governments in Southern Africa have taken advantage of the health crisis to escalate censorship, overlook or allow ill treatment of journalists and impose restrictions to silence free speech. (Photo: …

Source: Daily Maverick - Neutral
Published on Jul 26, 2021

Eswatini MPs arrested on terrorism charges, say activists

Police arrested two pro-democracy MPs, a third is reportedly being sought. Activists say police disrupted the funeral of two protesters, citing Covid-19 regulations. Pudemo plans to stage boycotts against businesses linked to the royal family. Two pro- …

Source: Big News Network - Neutral
Published on Jul 23, 2021

The youth of Eswatini demand change – and they want it now

A political crisis has engulfed Eswatini (formerly Swaziland). The trigger for protests against the authoritarian monarchy of King Mswati III was the mysterious death of a university student, Thabani Nkomonye, allegedly at the hands of the police. This led …

Source: Mail & Guardian - Neutral
Published on Jul 22, 2021

In Africa’s last absolute monarchy, a protest movement arises

For the past month, demonstrations have upended daily life in the small southern African kingdom of Eswatini. Young protesters are demanding jobs and political reform in a country that is poor and unequal, ruled by a wealthy monarch who seems impervious to …

Source: Christian Science Monitor - Neutral

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 17:14 GMT

(Video) Recognizing Raisi as Iran’s President Fuels Impunity Over Human Rights Violations

Raisi is under sanctions for his human rights abuses. Khamenei chose him as the regime’s president so he could serve him, and keep the mullahs’ regime afloat. PARIS, FRANCE, August 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The People’s Mujahedin of Iran ( …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 07:07 GMT

Human Rights Group Welcomes World Health Organization’s Stand Against Dehumanizing Involuntary Psychiatric Treatments

WHO cites no proven benefit, but significant evidence of harm from coercive mental health treatments, including forced drugging, restraints, and electroshock. WASHINGTON, DC, US, August 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New guidelines for mental …

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Published on August 4, 2021 - 13:08 GMT

Central African Republic: UN report calls for urgent end to mounting human rights abuses and violations

Download logo A UN report published today details the dire and worsening human rights situation over the past year in the Central African Republic (CAR), where armed groups carried out a violent bid to disrupt elections. In response, the country’s defence …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 17:11 GMT

South Sudan: African Union Disappoints on Justice

The African Union Commission’s failure to advance justice for the countless victims of atrocities in South Sudan raises concerns about the regional body’s commitment to accountability, 34 South Sudanese, regional, and international rights organizations …

Distribution channels: Law, World & Regional

Published on August 5, 2021 - 15:45 GMT

Administrator Samantha Power holds Press Conference

Download logo ADMINISTRATOR POWER: Thank you so much, Sean, and thanks for all you do. Along with all our tremendous USAID staff, especially the beating heart of our mission here, our local Ethiopian staff, to support the humanitarian needs and the …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 07:47 GMT

Twenty Years of Musicianship Celebrated by Washington International Piano Arts Competition

Guests enjoyed world class amateur performances at the Church of Scientology in Washington, DC WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Washington International Piano Arts Competition (WIPAC) …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 14:27 GMT

Gov. Ricketts Hosts Ag and Economic Development Summit

Photo: Gov. Ricketts (right) interviews former U.S. Ambassador to China Terry Branstad (left) during today’s summit. Today, Governor Pete Ricketts welcomed over 400 leaders to Kearney’s Younes Conference Center for the “Governor’s Summit on Ag and …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 13:10 GMT

Gov. Ricketts Hosts Ag and Economic Development Summit

Photo: Gov. Ricketts (right) interviews former U.S. Ambassador to China Terry Branstad (left) during today’s summit. Today, Governor Pete Ricketts welcomed over 400 leaders to Kearney’s Younes Conference Center for the “Governor’s Summit on Ag and …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 17:14 GMT

(Video) Recognizing Raisi as Iran’s President Fuels Impunity Over Human Rights Violations

Raisi is under sanctions for his human rights abuses. Khamenei chose him as the regime’s president so he could serve him, and keep the mullahs’ regime afloat. PARIS, FRANCE, August 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The People’s Mujahedin of Iran ( …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on August 5, 2021 - 16:58 GMT

Five Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations' Fishers Remain 'Tied to our Docks'

Five Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations' fishers remain 'tied to our docks' despite the Court affirming our right to fish almost a dozen years ago. TOFINO, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, August 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Five Nuu-chah- …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Environment ...
Published on August 5, 2021 - 13:11 GMT

Fraser Hires New Vice President of Human Resources

Fraser has hired Kristine Moser as its new Vice President of Human Resources. Moser will start in August. RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fraser has hired Kristine Moser as its new Vice President of …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

Political Columnist Steven Jonas to be Featured on Close Up Radio

EAST SETAUKET, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Close Up Radio today announced it will feature political columnist Steven Jonas in an exclusive one-on-one interview with host Jim Masters on August 9th at 2pm EDT. …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 10:00 GMT

BankSocial to Introduce Governance for First Social Consensus Lending Platform

BankSocial leverages blockchain technology to adopt governance for all community members and implements DAO in support of social consensus lending DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BankSocial™, the first peer-to- …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on August 5, 2021 - 07:41 GMT

Xưởng Sản Xuất May Áo Thun Local Brand Uy Tín HCM

Bạn đang tìm xưởng may áo thun, may quần áo thời trang cho thương hiệu Local Branh của chính mình tại TPHCM? Vậy liên hệ xưởng may Local Brand nào uy tín? Hồ CHí MINH, VIệT NAM, August 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Áo thun local brand là áo thun …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 15:45 GMT

Nigeria flags off world breastfeeding week, calls for promotion of exclusive breastfeeding in the country

As the World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) celebration kicks off, the Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire has urged Nigerians to become advocates of exclusive breastfeeding and support mothers to practice optimal breastfeeding for the good of the great Nation …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 15:45 GMT

Administrator Samantha Power holds Press Conference

Download logo ADMINISTRATOR POWER: Thank you so much, Sean, and thanks for all you do. Along with all our tremendous USAID staff, especially the beating heart of our mission here, our local Ethiopian staff, to support the humanitarian needs and the …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 14:27 GMT

Statement on the suspension of programmes in Ethiopia

Download logo On 30 July, the Ethiopian authorities ordered the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) to suspend all operations in the country for three months, citing concerns about some of NRC’s public messaging and compliance with certain rules and …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, World & Regional
Published on August 5, 2021 - 13:16 GMT

Protect exclusive breastfeeding, women call on workplaces to support with facilities

When Abiola Oyebode, 29-year-old mother of two living in Kubwa, Abuja, gave birth to her second child, Precious, in January 2021, she made a vow to herself, despite being a career mother, to feed her daughter with only breastmilk for six months. “I made …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 13:16 GMT

FAO provides cash plus livestock and agriculture packages to cushion vulnerable households from the desert locust ...

The desert locust invasion in Somalia has significantly affected the country’s food security, with successive generations of swarms destroying vital crops and pastures. Compounding the situation were floods, cyclones, droughts and the emerging socio- …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Human Rights ...
Published on August 4, 2021 - 21:39 GMT

Robert E. Lee Goodwin's Guide to Life after the Military: How to Find Work

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Serving in the military is one of the noblest things anyone can do. Military service helps protect the country from local and foreign threats, instills justice, and …

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Published on August 4, 2021 - 20:55 GMT

Founders of Humanity Healing Receive Lifetime Achievement Award from President Biden

President Biden Awards the Highest Honor for Volunteerism to Christopher B. Buck and Liane Q. Buck for their extensive selfless service. OIL CITY, PA, USA, August 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Lifetime Achievement Award, the highest level of …

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Published on August 4, 2021 - 19:31 GMT

(Video) Iran’s New President Should Be Isolated Pending His Arrest for Crimes Against Humanity

The crimes in question certainly include the systematic torture that the judiciary meted out under Raisi’s leadership in the wake of the 2019 uprising. PARIS, FRANCE, August 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This week, Ebrahim Raisi officially …

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Published on August 5, 2021 - 07:27 GMT

More women move to online trading

Dany Mawas, Regional Director at INFINOX (www.INFINOX.com), says that while women have been largely underrepresented in the trading industry, female participation in online trading is on the up, signifying a welcome change in the previously male-dominated …

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Published on August 4, 2021 - 19:05 GMT

Sindhi Foundation is organizing a rally for Sindhis in Washington, DC

Highlighting atrocities against Sindhis in Pakistan WASHINGTON, DC, USA, August 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the last 74 years Sindhis in Sindh have been controlled by Pakistan. Every year Pakistan celebrates August 14th as Independence Day …

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Published on August 4, 2021 - 15:28 GMT

No Problem Getting Needed Funds for One Volunteer Driver Service

A million dollars has been granted to operate the nonprofit TRIP program this year RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA, US, August 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The non-profit Independent Living Partnership (ILP) has been awarded grants for the next three …

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Published on August 4, 2021 - 15:00 GMT

Recruiting for Good Launches a Feel Good Perk to Improve Odds and Get Into Heaven

Fun loving Santa Monica based staffing agency, launches Recruiting for God. Let Recruiting for Good represent you for a job; and earn a donation for church. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting …

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Published on August 4, 2021 - 14:52 GMT

Libertarian Party of New York Calls For the Immediate Resignation of Governor Andrew Cuomo

The Libertarian Party of NY joined prominent Democrats in calling for Andrew Cuomo's resignation given the alleged toxic and unsafe work environment for women. ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The results of an …

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Published on August 4, 2021 - 14:07 GMT

Brilliant Miller Releases Video Podcast Interview with Sadhguru

Sadhguru and Brilliant discuss how we can live more profound lives, take in the world around us, and the vital steps we can make to take care of our planet. SANDY, UT, USA, August 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sadhguru is a yogi, a mystic, and …

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