Tag: civil society

AU, EAC Called to Hold President Hassan Accountable over Protestors’ Suppression

Human rights activists in Kenya have praised the ongoing anti-government protests, claiming that Tanzania is currently experiencing a democratic re-awakening. However, activists in the region have stated that security agencies are using excessive force to suppress demonstrators. “There are serious human rights abuses, reported deaths, and abductions. You saw what happened to us when we […]...

22 Aug 2025

When Civil Society Voices Drown Out Industry: The Risk of One-Sided Public Policy

When it comes to policy analysis, a delicate balance must be struck between the needs of various stakeholders. The primary objective is to provide evidence-based insights and recommendations that enab...

15 Aug 2025

U.S., Amnesty Slam Kenya over Human Rights Abuses

The United States government has expressed concerns about the deterioration of human rights in Kenya in response to nationwide protests. The 2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices indicates th...

15 Aug 2025

Structured Engagement & Partnerships: Rethinking the Role of Activism in a Fractured Society

There was a time when the phrase “civil society” evoked images of selfless men and women bridging the gap for the voiceless, advocating for justice, and holding those in power accountable. They we...

2 Aug 2024

Ticking the Right Boxes: Making a Case for an Africa-centric Approach to Artificial Intelligence

The world is in the throes of an unprecedented technological transformation driven by the relentless march of artificial intelligence (AI). Continents are racing to secure their place in this n...