JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN — A United Nations rights commission in South Sudan says the government is harassing activists, journalists and their families, limiting their activities, and targeting their work and finances.In a statement of “concern” issued this w…
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Nigerian Protesters Against Police Brutality Demand Justice a Year Later
ABUJA — Activists in Nigeria gathered this week to mark the anniversary of last year’s massive street rallies against police brutality. Many victims of police abuse say they have yet to see justice.Obianuju Iloanya’s older brother Chijioke Iloanya was …
Nigerian Protesters Against Police Brutality Demand Justice a Year Later
ABUJA — Activists in Nigeria gathered this week to mark the anniversary of last year’s massive street rallies against police brutality. Many victims of police abuse say they have yet to see justice.Obianuju Iloanya’s older brother Chijioke Iloanya was …
Botswana Allays Concerns Over Rhino Poaching Crisis
GABORONE — Botswana wildlife authorities have refuted reports the country’s rhinoceros population is on the verge of extinction due to poaching. The southern African country has battled a rise in poaching, with more than 60 animals killed in the last t…