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John Dramani Mahama’s statements on the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2024, have drawn mixed reactions from Ghanaians ahead of the December 7 elections. He emphasized that his …
Mixed Reactions to Mahama’s Position on Ghana’s LGBTQ+ Bill Read More
The Southern African Bishops have called for Mozambican authorities to resolve grievances stemming from the October 9 elections, which saw widespread unrest and violence. They urged respect for the people’s …
Southern African Bishops Urge Action on Mozambique’s Election Grievances Read More
In Ghana, the leading presidential candidates ahead of the December elections are uniting around a common theme of a crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights, exacerbating an already hostile climate for the …
Ghana’s Election: Rising Anti-LGBTQ+ Sentiments Threaten Community Safety Read More
Ghana’s upcoming elections reveal a troubling trend as leading candidates promise to intensify anti-LGBTQ+ legislation amid pervasive societal hostility. With significant penalties for LGBTQ+ identity and activities proposed in a …
Ghana’s Elections Heighten Anti-LGBTQ+ Sentiment and Threaten Rights Read More
The political environment in Uganda and Zimbabwe is increasingly oppressive, with government crackdowns on opposition actors amidst severe human rights abuses. Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act has triggered global backlash, while Zimbabwe …
Government Crackdowns and Human Rights Abuses in Uganda and Zimbabwe Read More
Pope Francis commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Treaty of Peace and Friendship between Chile and Argentina, which resolved a significant border dispute. He emphasized the importance of dialogue and …
Pope Francis Highlights Peace Through Dialogue in Commemorating Treaty’s Anniversary Read More
Equatorial Guinea has filed a lawsuit against former finance chief Baltasar Engonga amid a scandal involving leaked sex tapes. Engonga’s dismissal follows public outrage over explicit videos featuring him and …
Equatorial Guinea Takes Legal Action Against Ex-Finance Chief Amid Scandal Read More
The Namibian government has appealed a High Court ruling that invalidated apartheid-era sodomy laws, citing motives to protect traditional values. Advocacy groups criticize this move as a misallocation of governmental …
Namibian Government Appeals Court Ruling to Uphold Controversial Sodomy Laws Read More
Southern African Bishops have called on Mozambique’s authorities to address public discontent following the contentious October 9 elections that saw the ruling Frelimo party declared the winner. Rising tensions have …
Southern African Bishops Urge Action on Mozambique Election Discontent Read More
The Nicaraguan government has shut down hundreds of religious organizations, including Catholic entities, mandating them to declare income and pay taxes. This expansion of control is perceived as an effort …
Nicaragua’s Ortega Regime Intensifies Crackdown on Religious Institutions Read More