Politics

Rwanda: Paul Kagame grants early release to 1,803 prisoners

Rwanda: Paul Kagame grants early release to 1,803 prisoners

Rwandan government granted parole to 1,803 prisoners convicted of various offenses, including theft, armed robbery, and assault. Parole is the temporary or permanent release of a prisoner before the expiration of a sentence, on the promise of good behavior. The release was approved by a cabinet meeting chaired by President …

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Bamako’s daring condition to release remaining 46 Ivorian soldiers

Bamako's daring condition to release remaining 46 Ivorian soldiers

Ivorian authorities are angry with military leaders in Mali, who imposed certain conditions before releasing the Ivorian soldiers arrested on July 10. Mali’s condition before proceeding with the release of the Ivorian soldiers is simple: the extradition by Ivory Coast of Malian political figures who found refuge in Abidjan. But …

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Tanzania: authorities warn against sharing pro-gay content

Tanzania: authorities warn against sharing pro-gay content

Tanzania’s government has warned people against distributing online posts and short videos that promote same-sex relationships. It has also cautioned that it will take action against administrators of social media groups whose members share pro-LGBT messages. Information Minister Nape Nnauye made the remarks while addressing the media on Sunday at …

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