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Ending the Use of Child Soldiers: One Step Forward
The DRC government recently signed a plan of action to eliminate the recruitment and use of child soldiers in their military forces. But will it be enforced?
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Amnesty International Reports Illegal Detentions, Enforced Disappearances and Torture of Civilians by Rwandan Military Intelligence
Rwanda’s military intelligence, known as J2, has illegally held scores of civilians in military camps where they allegedly were beaten and subjected to electric shocks and sensory deprivation to force…
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Gambia’s Execution Spree: “We Don’t Know Who Will Be Next!”
Gambia must stop executions of at least 38 prisoners, many convicted after unfair trials.
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Another Strongman for Ethiopia?
After Prime Minister Zenawi death, will the next Ethiopian leader continue the crackdown on free speech and civil society?
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U.N. Must Pressure Rwanda to End Support for Rebel Group in DRC
The Rwandan government must stop providing support for the M23 armed group in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s North Kivu province.
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Amnesty International Joins Human Rights Groups in Africa to Condemn Illegal Raid on LGBTI Activist Workshop in Uganda
Yesterday's raid on a LGBTI workshop by the Uganda police was arbitrary, and an illegitimate infringement on freedom of association and assembly.
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10 Fair Trade Gifts for Mother’s Day
What better way to give thanks to mom then by giving her something beautiful and that will help other mothers and families around the world.
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Milestone Verdict on Child Soldiers: Will Kony Be Next?
What does the historic ICC ruling against Thomas Lubanga Dvilo mean for other fugitives accused of war crimes, like Uganda's Joseph Kony?
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Dudley Do-Wrong
Canada’s reputation as a global champion of human rights has been diminished as George Bush and Dick Cheney visit the country with impunity despite torture allegations.
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13 Years of International Justice
July 17th marks the 13th anniversary of the founding of the International Criminal Court. But we've still got a long way to go to ensure crimes worldwide are not left…
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More Help Needed: Tweet for Rights in Rwanda
Urge Rwandan officials to reopen investigations into the killing of André Kagwa Rwisereka, vice president of the opposition Democratic Green Party. His killer has yet to be prosecuted.
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Annual Report: Democratic Republic Of The Congo 2011
Head of state: Joseph Kabila Head of government: Adolphe Muzito Death penalty: retentionist Population: 67.8 million Life expectancy: 48 years Under-5 mortality (m/f): 209/187 per 1,000 Adult literacy: 66.6 per…