Kofi Annan,one of the world’s most celebrated diplomats,a symbol of the United Nations who was the first black African SG of the world body, has died.
Desmond Tutu articles on Democracy Chronicles
Desmond Tutu is a South African social rights activist and retired Anglican bishop who rose to worldwide fame during the 1980s as an opponent of apartheid. Also check out our section on Political Dissidents and our articles on Nelson Mandela, South Africa, or for all of Africa.
Zimbabwe’s Peace and Reconciliation Efforts Are Never Too Late
A National Peace and Reconciliation Commission. For a long time, this is what the people of Zimbabwe have been clamoring for in the hope that a convergence would provide the much-needed fillip for forgiveness and healing.
UN Announces Winners of 2013 Human Rights Prize
UN 2013 Human Rights Prizes awarded to outstanding activists working across the globe for charity
VIDEO: Mandela Remembered as Champion of Democracy
Nelson Mandela remembered, led South Africa to democracy and retired as President after one term
South Africa Politics Ahead of Key 2014 Elections
Next year’s election in South Africa politics marks 20 years of democracy and apartheid collapse
Desmond Tutu Leads Fight for Gay Rights in Africa
Former anti-apartheid activist Desmond Tutu has made Gay Rights in Africa a personal quest equal to his quest against racism
Ruling Party in Has New South African Political Competition
ANP has new South African political competition from organization of famed anti-apartheid activist
South Africa’s Nelson Mandela Still Influential
Even stricken youth of South Africa have deep reverence as Nelson Mandela still influential leader
Contest Award Human Rights Activists Crucial Support
Prominent worldide contest award human rights leaders chosen from across the world to receive critical financial backing from Open Society Foundation
Activists Call for China Dissident Liu Xiaobo’s Release
Human rights activist China dissident Liu Xiaobo’s release from prison is demanded by top national activists and major outpouring of international support