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Nepal faces general elections on March 5. Ahead of the vote, Amnesty International has released a 10-point human rights charter. The organization urges political parties and candidates to prioritize human rights and the rule of law. Key Areas of the Human Rights Charter The charter outlines recommendations for an incoming government to address human rights […]
Professor Patrick Loch Otieno Lumumba, a prominent Kenyan legal scholar and former Director of the Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission, addressed the 2026 African Prosperity Dialogues in Accra, Ghana, criticizing the African political class. He argued that the continent’s unrealized potential stems from a leadership culture prioritizing speeches over tangible action. Governance and Implementation Lumumba delivered his […]
Kenya’s government has prioritized healthcare as a key component of its economic agenda. Recent budgetary allocations and policy shifts aim to improve access and quality of services, but challenges remain. Healthcare Funding and Policy For the 2025/2026 financial year, the Kenyan government allocated Ksh 138.1 billion to healthcare, representing an 8.7% increase from the previous […]
As Benin prepares for legislative, municipal, and presidential elections in 2026, a coalition of 14 civil society organizations, including Amnesty International, is urging candidates to prioritize human rights. The groups have released a manifesto outlining key human rights priorities for the incoming government. The shrinking civic space in Benin, marked by attacks on independent media […]
As Kenyans approach 2026, many anticipate setting New Year’s resolutions focused on personal and professional improvement. However, experts emphasize the importance of mental wellbeing as a foundational element for achieving lasting progress. The increasing prevalence of mental health challenges in Kenya, including rising rates of depression, anxiety, and substance use, highlights the need for a […]
Desmond Carter is working to improve the mental health of Black men. Carter, founder of Mental Health Is Real Wealth, leads a bi-monthly mental health group in Los Angeles’ Leimert Park neighborhood. Recently, 15 Black men gathered inside a conference room without women. The men greeted each other with embraces and wore Los Angeles apparel, […]
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