https://allafrica.com/stories/202010300712.html The federal government in Ethiopia and the regional government in Tigray are currently engaged in an intense dispute. In Tigray, the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) has historically been the dominant party, but in 2018 Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed was elected. He adhered to the Prosperity Party, causing tensions between the two groups. When the House of Federation ruled… Read more »
https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/422504-endsars-buhari-finally-speaks-fails-to-condemn-attack-on-unarmed-protesters-by-security-operatives.html Almost a month ago, peaceful protests to ban a police unit called the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Nigeria began. SARS has continuously been accused of brutality, violence, killings, and other abuses, and have stayed true to this as the protests have turned violent. The movement #EndSARS started all the way back in 2017, and has now begun to… Read more »
https://allafrica.com/stories/202010170004.html In Guinea, two rivals continue to compete in an intense presidential election. Current president, Alpha Conde, is running for his third consecutive term. This has triggered outbreaks of violence and protests across the country. Conde’s supporters have blocked the opposing voters routes to polls, and attempted to sabotage their campaign. Running against Conde is Cellou Dalein Diallo, previously the… Read more »
https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2020-10-08-police-move-to-quell-anger-over-senekal-farmers-murder-but-political-interests-threaten-to-add-fuel-to-the-fire/ Since 2001, farm attacks have been an ongoing issue in South Africa. These violent crimes occur mainly against white farm owners, and the issue is considered to be racially motivated. The farming community has repeatedly called for action, as was seen by protests at Senekal Magistrates’ Court, where trial was being held for the murder of farm owner Brendin… Read more »
https://allafrica.com/stories/202010020869.html Recently, there have been many violations of human rights ongoing throughout the provinces of Mozambique. Islamic terrorists have also tormented Cabo Delgado, through many beheadings and frequent kidnappings. The “Renamo Military Junta” has also been the cause behind road ambushes in areas of the country. The Renamo party has written a paper calling for the investigation of recent human… Read more »
https://allafrica.com/stories/202009240153.html The Nigerian government has recently raised the price of petrol, along with the tariff on electricity. Nigeria is a mono-economy, as the economy is completely dependent upon oil. Additionally, an increased minimum wage was established back in April of 2019, but it has yet to take effect in 8 states so far, resulting in outrage from the people. The… Read more »
Article Link: https://allafrica.com/stories/202009181002.html The country of Namibia has been under a state of emergency for almost six months in order to halt the spread of coronavirus, and has finally decided to return to a semi-normal form of life, with added precautions. The country has suffered both socially and economically due to the shutdown, and President Hage Geingob hopes to recover… Read more »
