Dossier
human rights activists
Coverage of human rights activists in the Nexus archive.
- Human rights activists sentenced to life in prison Pakistan over soldier’s death during rally
Two human rights activists in Pakistan received life sentences for the 2024 death of a paramilitary soldier during a rally in Gwadar. The case was handled by an anti-terrorism court in the southwestern region of the country.
- US sanctions Tanzanian police official over 'torture' of rights activists
The US has imposed sanctions on a Tanzanian police official in response to allegations of torture against human rights activists. This action reflects increasing international concern over Tanzania's human rights practices and treatment of civil society advocates.