human rights organisations
Coverage of human rights organisations in the Nexus archive.
- UK consulate in Palestine account suspended on X
The UK consulate in Jerusalem's X account was suspended, likely due to a post criticizing Israel's use of administrative detention against Palestinians. The post highlighted over 9,000 detainees held without charge or trial and referenced the abduction of Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiyah by Israeli forces.
- Occupied West Bank school protests planned demolition by Israeli forces
Students and teachers at a primary school in the Israeli-occupied West Bank protested on July 15 against its expected demolition by Israeli forces. Israel has destroyed thousands of Palestinian-owned homes and infrastructure, citing lack of building permits, actions condemned by human rights organisations and the international community.
- Kenya: Rights Groups Warn of Resurgence of Abductions As Missing Activist Davis Lichuma Found Alive
Human rights organizations in Kenya have raised alarms over a resurgence of enforced disappearances and abductions following the case of activist Davis Lichuma, who was found alive days after going missing. The incident has prompted calls for an independent investigation into his alleged unlawful detention and torture.
- Uganda copying Russia and China with new bill designed to crush dissent, say critics
Uganda's proposed 'Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026' could jail individuals for up to 20 years for promoting foreign interests and restricts entities working with or funded by overseas partners. Critics, including opposition figures, human rights organizations, and legal experts, condemn the bill as a tool to suppress dissent, with parliamentary debate fast-tracked ahead of the presidential swearing-in on 12 May.