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January 16, 2025 News Release

Southern Africa: Growing Authoritarianism Threatens Rights

Attacks on Civic Space, Media Have Far-Reaching Implications

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November 1, 2024 Dispatches

Zambia Should Stop Harassing Investigative Journalist

Thomas Zgambo Prosecuted for Exposing Corruption, Rights Abuses

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Mining for the Energy Transition Needs to Respect Human Rights

The extraction of key minerals used in renewables is accompanied by abuses. The UN must take action to address them.

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June 11, 2024 Dispatches

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First International Day of Play Highlights Essential Importance for Children

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Enforcing Repealed Law Will Have Chilling Effect on Free Expression

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Zambia: Submission to the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child

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March 29, 2024 Statement

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March 13, 2024 News Release

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July 20, 2023 News Release

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April 3, 2023 Commentary

Zambia’s ‘Green Kabwe’ Plan Should Prioritize Mine Cleanup

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March 29, 2023 News Release

Zambia: Repeal Law That Restricts Civil Society

Align Domestic Laws with International Standards

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Swift Government Action Needed to Tackle Kabwe’s Contamination Source

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