The human rights issues of 2018 have spilled over into current events, particularly DRC and Zimbabwe, which had troubled elections in 2018 — stood out.
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Sudanese-American Politician Who Organized Protests Goes Missing
Sudanese-American politician, Rudwan Dawod who organized protests in Sudan goes missing Friday, two days after disappearing on streets of capital, Khartoum.
Crisis as Congo Court Declares Tshisekedi Elected President
Congo’s Court early Sunday declared election of Felix Tshisekedi as president, rejecting challenges to the vote by Martin Fayulu, who had alleged fraud.
Hundreds Detained After Protests As UN Slams Zimbabwe Crackdown
Hundreds arrested during the anti protests in Zimbabwe as the United Nations urged an end to a brutal security crackdown and an internet blackout.
Ethiopia Allows Almost 1 Million Refugees to Leave Camps, Go to Work
Ethiopia allows almost 1 million refugees to leave camps and work. in move praised for providing them more dignity and reducing reliance on foreign aid.
Sudan Protester’s Funeral Becomes New Flashpoint in Unrest
Funeral of a 60-year-old protester who died from a gunshot wound sustained during anti-government demonstrations becomes the new flashpoint in Sudan unrest.
Total Zimbabwe Internet Shutdown Amid Violent Crackdown
Zimbabwe on Friday faced “total internet shutdown,” after a days-long violent crackdown on people protesting a dramatic fuel price increase.
Slow Return to Normalcy After Violent Zimbabwe Protests
Zimbabwe slowly returns to normalcy after violent protests and censored internet service. Doctors said they treated dozens of people with gunshot wounds.
UN Rights Chief Condemns Sudan’s Crackdown on Protesters
U.N. Human Rights chief Michelle Bachelet condemns Sudan’s crackdown on against anti-government demonstrators saying it can only worsen grievances.
Sudanese Professional Groups Call for Rallies Across Country
Sudanese professional and opposition groups called for protests in 12 cities including capital Khartoum requesting President Omar al-Bashir to step down.