It is an open secret that France is still the colonial master of its former colonies. It has never wished for its former colonies to be independent as it totally relies on their resources to remain relevant.
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A new Mexican journalism award for those covering rights abuses
The UN and AFP news agency have launched a new award to recognise journalists who cover human rights abuses
Internet Access in Least Developed Countries Brings Tech Gains
A recent study revealed that more than 64 percent of citizens of the least developed countries around the world now have access to the internet and or a mobile device. The results have been transformative.
Agreement Reached on UN-Sponsored Iraqi Electoral Code of Ethics
Representatives of Iraqi political parties and parliamentary blocs agreed on Friday on an electoral code of ethics
African Women Need Voice in Politics to Achieve Equality
Gender equality in Africa can be achieved only if women and girls — especially those in rural areas — have a voice
Repression buttresses Burundi leader’s bid to extend rule
Bid by Burundian President Pierre Nkurunziza could see him hold onto power for another decade or more
United Nations and African Union detail plan for cooperation
In Ethiopia, the two organizations signed a new agreement to bolster their collaboration on range of global issues
Crisis as Independent Kenyan TV Remains Suspended
There has been continued suspension of three independent television stations in Kenya, despite a court ruling
The deafening silence on China’s human rights abuses
Beijing has made clear it’s not moving on democracy, a free press, or an independent legal system
Star Trek’s Michelle Yeoh Takes Stand Against Rohingya Crisis
Yeoh, a goodwill ambassador for the UN Development Programme, visited sprawling refugee camps in Bangladesh