zimbabwe

A UN human rights experts has called on Zimbabwe  to embrace and safeguard democracy, saying that the country’s change in leadership provided an opportunity to promote political tolerance, accountability and bring an end to impunity for human rights violations.

Seven pro-democracy activists were arrested after attending a non-violent training workshop in Maldives, which included sessions on strengthening civil society coalitions, engaging with the public, conducting advocacy and improving communications.

The scale of damage caused by cyclone Idai that hit the Mozambican city of Beira is massive and horrifying, say aid workers.

New government’s handling of the diamond industry will indicate whether its commitment to economic reform goes beyond lip service, says Global Witness.