Human Rights

Darfur’s First ICC Verdict in 20 Years: Accountability or Appearance?

The Hague, October 6 – After two decades of waiting, a long-delayed measure of justice has finally reached Darfur. The…

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Journalists, Activists at Risk as UN Expert Warns of Governments, Tech Giants Collusion

Nairobi, October 1 – In a high-level online dialogue on Tuesday, a United Nations expert and frontline human rights defenders…

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Fierce Debate Erupts as Rwanda Lowers Age for Teen Reproductive Health to 15

Kigali, September 28 – Rwanda has entered uncharted territory after President Paul Kagame signed into law a measure lowering the…

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Media Complaints Commission Rules Media Council Acted Beyond Its Powers

Nairobi, September 17 – In a major determination that clarifies the roles of Kenya’s media oversight bodies, the Media Complaints…

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How CCTV Footage Was Deleted in Ojwang’s Death as IPOA Arrests First Suspect

Nairobi, June 12 – Police Constable James Mukhwana of Nairobi’s Central Police Station has been arrested in connection with the…

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How Speaking Freely Feels Criminal and Thinking Critically Could Cost Your Life in Kenya

Nairobi, June 12 – Albert Ojwang, a teacher and blogger, is the latest victim of extrajudicial killing in Kenya. He…

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Against All Odds: How East Africa’s LGBTQ+ Environmental Defenders Fight for Nature and Identity

Moshi, Tanzania, April 21 –  Under the towering shadow of Africa’s highest peak, Mt. Kilimanjaro, in Tanzania’s drought-prone Mwanga District,…

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The Broad Mongrel Government: Why Kenyans Must Not Be Fooled by Political Handshakes

Nairobi, March 10 – Kenya’s political elite have perfected the art of deception, dressing self-preservation as national interest. The so-called…

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Journalist Murder: 16 Years of Elusive Justice as Key Suspects Hide Behind a Corrupt and Complicit System

Kisumu, March 04 – For 16 years, all Francis Nyaruri’s family has wanted is to see justice done following his…

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Love in Action: How a Children’s Home is Transforming Young Lives

Nairobi, March 01 – Stepping through the gate, a wave of warmth engulfs you. A chorus of excited voices erupts…

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