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Human Rights Watch (HRW)
Source: Human Rights Watch (HRW) |

Zimbabwe Court Strikes Down Provisions of Repressive Law

‘Patriotic Act’ Violates Citizens’ Rights and Freedoms

On Wednesday, a High Court in Zimbabwe struck down provisions of the country’s Criminal Law Codification and Reform Act, commonly referred to as the “Patriotic Act,” as unconstitutional.  The Patriotic Act, which President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed into law in July 2023, contains overly broad provisions that make the rights to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly,…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland |

Foreign Minister Valtonen to meet ministers from Kenya, Benin, Costa Rica and Thailand

The ministers will discuss, among other topics, bilateral relations, topical regional and multilateral issues and economic and trade cooperation

Finnish Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will meet Prime Cabinet Secretary of Kenya Musalia Mudavadi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Benin Olushegun Adjadi Bakari, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Costa Rica Arnoldo André Tinoco and Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs of Thailand Russ Jalichandra in connection with the Kultaranta…

UN Women - Africa
Source: UN Women - Africa |

United Nations (UN) Women Launches a Multi-County Care Policy to Recognize and Support Unpaid Care Work

The Policy seeks to transform how unpaid and paid care work is recognized, valued, and addressed in Kenya

“This policy has finally put words to the struggle I have faced for years. I care for my aging mother and three grandchildren while running a small business. Now, I feel seen and supported.” — Jane Mutheu, Caregiver and Small Business Owner, Kitui County. In a stride toward gender equality and…

Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA)
Source: Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) |

Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) Establishes Carpentry Workshop at Orphan School in Uganda

The workshop aims to provide orphaned children with vocational skills in carpentry, helping them secure sustainable livelihoods

The Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) has inaugurated a carpentry workshop at the Alux Orphan School in Alux region. Equipped with technical tools and machinery, the workshop aims to provide orphaned children with vocational skills in carpentry, helping them secure sustainable livelihoods. The new facility offers hands-on training in…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
Source: Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation |

South Africa condemns Israeli attacks on Iran

South Africa extends its sincere condolences to the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the families of all victims

South Africa expresses profound concern regarding the attacks conducted by Israel on targets within Iran on 13 June 2025, including reported impacts on military areas, nuclear facilities, and civilian infrastructure. Reports of civilian casualties, alongside military personnel, are deeply troubling. These actions raise serious concerns under international law, including the…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

Egypt: President El-Sisi Speaks with French President Macron

The call reviewed the latest regional and international developments, as well as the military escalation in the region

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from French President Emmanuel Macron. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said that the call reviewed the latest regional and international developments, as well as the military escalation in the region. The call also touched on the Palestinian issue…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)

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Sexual violence survivors and United Nations partners promote economic empowerment at workshop

The objective of the workshop was to learn about the challenges in accessing services and reintegrating into society, share best practices, and strengthen coordination and partnerships

Abuk Buol is a survivor in every sense of the word. The 39-year-old endured horrific sexual violence, brutality and was forced from her home in Bor during the civil war that ravaged South Sudan. “I struggled to cope with what happened,” she says. “Every time I saw a man, I…

AFRICA24 Group

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Afreximbank: 2025 Annual General Meeting - AFRICA24 Deploys Exceptional Coverage

This high-profile event will be broadcast live and in full on all AFRICA24 platforms

From June 25 to 28, 2025, in Abuja (Nigeria), Afreximbank (the African Export-Import Bank), a leading financial institution on the continent, will hold its 32nd Annual Meetings. This high-profile event will be broadcast live and in full on all AFRICA24 platforms (www.Africa24TV.com). This prestigious gathering will bring together Heads of…

UN Women - Africa
Source: UN Women - Africa |

Africa: Unlocking the Power of Women and building strong movement for Peace in the Sahel

A total of 103 women-led peace organizations received tailored support spanning institutional diagnostics, technical training, coaching, and access to equipment

Since the outbreak of crises in Libya in 2012, then in Mali and the entire central Sahel, as well as the proliferation of Boko Haram in the countries of the Lake Chad Basin, the Sahel region has been facing enormous security challenges that are aggravated by political, geopolitical, socio-economic, and environmental factors. The deterioration of the security situation is…

African Union (AU)
Source: African Union (AU) |

African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson received H.E. Charles Karamba, Ambassador of the Republic of Rwanda to Ethiopiaa

Ambassador Karamba expressed appreciation for the Chairperson’s early visit to Kigali and reiterated Rwanda’s continued support for his leadership

The Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, received H.E. Charles Karamba, Ambassador of the Republic of Rwanda to Ethiopia & Permanent Representative to the African Union. They exchanged views on regional peace and security, with a focus on the situations in the Democratic Republic of Congo, South…