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Recent developments across African countries, reported with dates, attribution and regional context.
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UN Declares Internet Access a Fundamental Human Right Amid Global Censorship Concerns
On July 1, the United Nations Human Rights Council officially reaffirmed that access to the internet and freedom of expression online are fundamental human rights.…
Ending Impunity for Cultural War Crimes: The Case of Mali and Global Accountability
The deliberate destruction of cultural heritage has increasingly become a weapon of modern warfare, used to spread fear, enforce ideological dominance, and eliminate symbols of…
Economic Growth Fuels Hope for Peaceful Elections in Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara believes the country’s strong economic performance will help prevent political tensions from escalating ahead of the upcoming October 25 presidential…
Wakaliwood: Uganda’s Slum Cinema Dream
In the heart of Wakaliga, a slum in Kampala with around 2,000 residents, a vibrant film industry known as “Wakaliwood” has emerged. Founded in 2005…