Following the recent escalation of violence in Sudan’s Gezira state, Amnesty International calls for an immediate end to attacks on civilians by all parties involved in the conflict. Reports of brutal violence, including killings and looting, have emerged from towns and villages across the region. What is happening in Gezira state? The Rapid Support Forces … Read more
Responding to reports of ongoing arbitrary detentions in Ethiopia’s Amhara region What is the current situation in the Amhara region? Evidence of government’s total disregard for rule of law No arrest or search warrants obtained before detaining hundreds Detained civilians not brought before court within 48 hours Ethiopian authorities must act immediately to end arbitrary … Read more
Repression of Civic Space in Burundi Under President Ndayishimiye What’s the Situation? Activists, journalists, and the opposition in Burundi face intimidation and harassment. Severe restrictions on Burundian civil society persist. Is There Hope for Improvement? The ongoing wave of repression under President Ndayishimiye’s government has dimmed hopes for positive change. Signs of Progress? Initial releases … 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
Why are Human Rights Bodies Failing to Act in Ethiopia? Amnesty International’s Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, Tigere Chagutah, criticizes the lack of action by human rights bodies in response to ongoing atrocities in Ethiopia. Millions of Ethiopians facing denial of justice due to conflict. No progress in holding individuals accountable in the … Read more
Chilling Arrests of Ugandan Protestors: A Violent Crackdown What Happened? Over a hundred youthful protestors were arrested in Uganda during anti-corruption protests. Amnesty International condemned the oppressive actions of the Ugandan government. Amnesty International’s Response According to Tigere Chagutah, Amnesty International’s Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, the arrests demonstrate a clampdown on dissent. … Read more