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The NGO representing many activists detained on a Gaza-bound aid boat intercepted by Israeli forces has disclosed that two campaigners have been placed in solitary confinement within Israel. "The Israeli authorities have moved two of the volunteers, Brazilian activist Thiago Avila and French-Palestinian MEP Rima Hassan, to separate prison facilities, isolating them from the group," stated the Israeli human rights organization Adalah. When approached for a comment, Israel's prison authority directed inquiries to the foreign…

Under the scorching Mediterranean sun, a dedicated group of activists is embarking on a critical journey by sea to one of the world's most perilous regions. Their destination? Gaza. Their mission? To "break the siege and create a humanitarian corridor for the people." Aboard the small sailboat named Madleen, which is carrying 12 volunteers from various countries, is renowned climate campaigner Greta Thunberg. "When you see people starving to death, you bring them food," Brazilian activist Thiago Ávila shared with RTÉ…

The Unsettling Reality of Activism: A Tale from Tanzania On a fateful day, Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire and Kenyan counterpart Boniface Mwangi stepped into the vibrant yet tumultuous atmosphere of Dar es Salaam. Anticipating their participation in the first court appearance of Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu, neither expected the harrowing experience that awaited them. As they stood before the media in Nairobi on June 2, 2025, the shadows of their ordeal loomed large over their…

The organizers of a pro-Palestine protest march in Dublin are proud to announce that it attracted what they describe as "tens of thousands" of participants, making it one of the largest demonstrations to date. This impactful event, titled the National Demonstration for Palestine, was orchestrated by the Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign (IPSC). As a pivotal moment in their ongoing advocacy, the IPSC used this gathering to urgently call for an immediate end to what it characterizes as "the genocide" occurring in Gaza.…

The Union of Chadian Journalists, alongside a coalition of international advocacy organizations, has raised grave concerns over the recent arbitrary arrests of two prominent journalists in Chad. This alarming trend appears to be part of a more extensive governmental clampdown on dissenting voices within the nation. Among the detained is Olivier Monodji, a correspondent for Radio France International. Alongside him, another journalist affiliated with State television faces similar circumstances. Reports suggest their…

International Women’s Day: Celebrating Resilience Amidst Challenges FILE - In this poignant snapshot of survival and hope, Somali women find refuge near Mogadishu, erecting shelters to protect themselves from the cruelty of displacement. We find ourselves on the cusp of another International Women's Day, coming up on March 8, 2025. This year, the world celebrates women across the globe for their unwavering strength amidst relentless struggles, championing a theme that echoes the…

Amidst the bustling energy of downtown Nairobi, the vibrant streets pulsated with an urgent message on Monday as human rights activists gathered, determined to make their voices heard. The cause? A demand for justice, as they called for the release of Kizza Besigye, a prominent figure in Ugandan opposition politics, who finds himself entangled in a web of legal battles and political strife. Besigye, an unwavering advocate for democratic reform, now stands accused of treason and concealing ambitions to topple the…

The Youth Rights Campaign (YRC), a passionate advocate for human rights, has taken a bold stand, urging President Bola Tinubu to immediately halt the legal proceedings against a group of 11 activists linked to the #EndBadGovernance movement. Among them is Michael Lenin, who finds himself facing grave charges of treason and mutiny—serious allegations that could change lives forever. In a powerful statement, the YRC emphasized that this trial seems more like a heavy-handed maneuver to stifle dissent and quash opposition,…

In a bold and controversial act aimed at sparking a dialogue on climate change, members of the activist group Just Stop Oil turned their attention to a historic icon this week. They took to Westminster Abbey, home to some of Britain’s most revered figures, and made their mark on the grave of Charles Darwin, the esteemed naturalist known for his groundbreaking theory of evolution. As the sun cast its glow on the iconic white marble gravestone, two activists decided it was time to raise awareness in an unconventional way.…

In South Africa, the battle for women's rights has reached a new crescendo, with dedicated activists rallying against the anticipated performance of the controversial U.S. artist, Chris Brown. The advocacy group, Women For Change, has initiated a petition aimed at urging both the government and concert promoters to reevaluate the decision to host him in December. The petition articulates a clear demand: the Department of Home Affairs should revoke Brown's visa, thereby preventing him from entering the country altogether.…