Why is Amnesty International Urging Urgent Action in Venezuela? Amnesty International sent an open letter to the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan Erika Guevara-Rosas, senior director at Amnesty International, expressed concerns over the crisis in Venezuela What Are the Critical Issues Highlighted? Dozens of people have died at the hands of security … Read more
Responding to the news that Saudi Arabia’s Specialized Criminal Court of Appeal quashed the death sentence against 55-year-old retired teacher Mohammad bin Nasser al-Ghamdi, Dana Ahmed, Amnesty International’s Middle East and North Africa Researcher, said: What was the so-called ‘crime’ of Mohammad bin Nasser al-Ghamdi? Mohammed bin Nasser al-Ghamdi’s so-called ‘crime’ was expressing his opinions … Read more
More than 160 people arrested since mid-June before upcoming SADC summit in Harare Evidence of torture or other ill-treatment “Sets a dangerous tone for the bloc’s commitment to human rights” – Idriss Ali Nassah Zimbabwean authorities must end their crackdown against opposition and civil society members ahead of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) summit … Read more
Convictions follow shooting near Banhine National Park in 2020 What does this mean for the victims? Amnesty International and Mozambique’s CDD welcome the sentencing of six police officers at the Mabalane District Court for shooting six local residents near Banhine National Park in 2020. An investigation was initiated in 2021 after Amnesty International called for … Read more
Reacting to the start of a technical investigation mission ordered by the Ministry of the Environment of Congo into the Metssa Congo recycling plant located in Vindoulou, Pointe-Noire region, Samira Daoud, Amnesty International’s Regional Director for West and Central Africa, said: Why is the Ministry of Environment investigating the Metssa Congo recycling plant? Welcome the … Read more
Repackaging Repression: The Cyber Security Act and the Continuing Lawfare Against Dissent in Bangladesh What is the Cyber Security Act 2023 and its Impact? The Cyber Security Act in Bangladesh continues repressive legislations, posing threats to human rights and freedom of expression. It is crucial to understand the implications of this law. CSA rehashes repressive … Read more
Analysis of Tech Companies’ Role in Venezuela Are Tech Companies Fulfilling Their Human Rights Responsibilities? The Venezuelan government-backed app was updated to allow users to report dissenters. Ethical concerns arise regarding technology companies’ roles in enabling potential human rights abuses. Amnesty International questions the responsibility of tech developers and platforms. International Human Rights Law at … Read more
Thailand: Constitutional Court Decision Dissolves Move Forward Party What is the Response to the Court’s Decision? Amnesty International’s Senior Director expresses concern over the dissolution of the Move Forward Party Labeling it as a violation of freedom of expression Urging Thai authorities to reverse the decision Why was the Move Forward Party Dissolved? The Election … Read more
Private Businesses Accused of Complicity in Forced Evictions of Maasai Communities in Tanzania What Does the Report Reveal? Ortello Business Corporation (OBC) involved in evicting Maasai Indigenous communities Improper trophy hunting activities conducted under the guise of ‘conservation’ TAASA Lodge and &BEYOND also operating in the affected area What Calls for Action Have Been Made? … Read more
Reacting to the Announcement of a New Interim Government in Bangladesh Amid mass protests in Bangladesh, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned. Amnesty International’s Regional Director for South Asia, Smriti Singh, emphasizes the importance of protecting people’s rights. What Should the Interim Government Prioritize? Protection of people’s right to life, free speech, and peaceful assembly. … Read more