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Swaziland Prisoners of Conscience Stay Behind Bars During U.S.-Africa Summit
It is vital the U.S. Government continues that pressure by addressing freedom of expression and freedom of association concerns with the Swaziland delegation following the summit.
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The U.S.-Africa Summit Sessions Zimbabwe’s Mugabe Missed
President Mugabe does not like Zimbabwean civil society, especially when it comes to tolerating human right defenders.
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How the U.S. and Benin Can Help Bring Justice to the Central African Republic
Former Central African Republic President, Michel Djotodia, currently living in exile in Benin, must be investigated for the crimes committed under his command.
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No One To Trust, Nowhere To Turn In Nigeria
Gruesome footage gathered by Amnesty researchers implicates Nigeria's Military in war crimes on a truly horrifying scale.
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Violence in Nigeria: Bringing Back No One
Amnesty International released new findings into war crimes and other human rights abuses occurring in Nigeria. Evidence gathered included a series of videos.
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How This Week’s U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit Can Help End Violence Against Women in Morocco
This week's U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit is the perfect opportunity to shed light on the countless abuses experienced by women and girls in Morocco and the Western Sahara.
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U.S. Restricts Police Aid to Africa Over Effects of Anti-LGBT Law
As the U.S.-Africa Summit approaches, it will be interesting to see how both the administration and African states respond to this issue.
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VICTORY: Meriam Released Thanks to Your Help!
More than a million Amnesty activists like you helped secure the release Meriam Ibrahim, a Sudanese woman sentenced to death because of her religious beliefs.
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Why #WeAreAfrica and You are Too
Civil society must be included in all sessions of the US-Africa summit for President Barack Obama to honor fully his commitment to human rights and good governance.
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TAKE ACTION: No One Should Have to Marry Their Rapist
In Algeria and Tunisia, rapists can avoid prosecution for raping minors if they marry their victims.