Zimbabwe senate passes law that abolishes death penalty that was last used 20 years ago
Amnesty International said it recorded 1,153 known executions globally in 2023, up from 883 the previous year, although countries that carried out executions declined from 20 to 16. Due to a veil of secrecy, the figures do not include those from North Korea, Vietnam and China.
Semi-autonomous Jubbaland military claims victory over Somalia National Army, which pulled out of region
The national government in Mogadishu, led by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, had tried to stop the November vote from taking place, saying it was being held without federal involvement.
Migrant workers in Lebanon tell of horrors of slavery, inhuman living conditions as they wait to return to Africa
The kafala system has long been criticised by human rights groups, but the government rarely if ever addresses the criticism. But Bah knew little of that when she came to Lebanon in 2022. She was promised a job at a supermarket with a $200 monthly salary, she said. Instead, she was sent to care for an older woman once she arrived.
Fifa comes under scathing criticism for awarding Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup despite poor human rights record
Saudi Arabia has invested heavily in sport, revamping its domestic soccer league by signing global superstars such as Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo and Brazil’s Neymar. The kingdom’s Public Investment fund (PIF) acquired English Premier League club Newcastle United and founded the LIV Golf tour, challenging the US-based PGA Tour’s dominance.
Horn of Africa neighbours Ethiopia and Somalia prepare for ‘technical talks’ over breakaway Somaliland region
The declaration also says the sides would work to “finalise mutually advantageous commercial arrangements” to allow Ethiopia “to enjoy reliable, secure and sustainable access to and from the sea,” under Somalia sovereignty.
Syria’s Golani vows retributive justice to officials in ousted Assad regime who tortured, killed detainees
Mohammad al-Bashir, the man installed by Golani’s fighters to lead an interim administration, said he aimed to bring back millions of refugees, create unity and provide basic services. But rebuilding would be daunting with little funding on hand.
President Biden policies targeted as Trump plans major shakeup in government within hours of taking office
US presidents frequently issue executive orders to make good on campaign pledges and quickly establish their policy objectives without going through the lengthy process of getting legislation through Congress. The orders can be subject to court challenges, however, and typically any money set aside to carry out the mandates of the orders has to be approved by Congress.
Killing softly: Scientists warn Bovaer, a new cow feed for reducing methane emissions, poses risks to children
However, in over 13,000 replies to Arla’s announcement on X about its Bovaer field trials, commenters slammed the company. Critics called the trial “insane” and filmed themselves pouring out Arla milk products. Some called for a boycott of the product.
Supremacy feud: Fighting flares between Somalia’s Jubbaland and federal government
Fighting has erupted between Somalia’s semi-autonomous Jubbaland region and the federal government, officials said on Wednesday, in an escalation of tensions after Jubbaland held an election against the Mogadishu government’s advice. “This morning, federal forces from Mogadishu in Ras Kamboni, using drones, attacked Jubbaland forces,” Adan Ahmed Haji, assistant security...
South Korea police raid President Yoon office as defence minister attempts suicide at detention centre
National Police Commissioner Cho Ji-ho was arrested early on Wednesday on insurrection charges, Yonhap said. Cho is accused of deploying police to block lawmakers from entering parliament after Yoon declared martial law on December 3.
