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Chad briefly arrests Three Human Rights Defenders: An Attempt to Silence Hissène Habré’s Victims
On October 2, 2024, security forces arrested lawyers Reed Broody, Ildjima LOKIAM, and Delphine Kemneloum Djiraibé during a press conference in Yaoundé, Cameroon. This intimidation tactic reflects the Chadian government’s effort to silence human rights defenders. The incident highlights the ongoing struggle for justice and accountability regarding Hissène Habré’s brutal regime.
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Opening Central Africa Coalition condemns the Arbitrary Incarceration of Florindo Chivucute in Angola.
The Opening Central Africa Coalition condemns the unjust detention and mistreatment of Florindo Chivucute, CEO of Friends of Angola, by Angolan authorities. Chivucute faced inhumane conditions during a 24-hour detention for a fabricated parking violation, followed by a swift trial and fine. The coalition urges the government to halt harassment of human rights defenders.
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Pangolin trafficking: Video summary of the investigation
ADISI-Cameroon summarizes a video investigation on pangolin trafficking by Audrey MELINGUI, conducted by journalists from ADISI-Cameroon academies under the ODACA project, with support from C4ADS analysts. The investigation reveals that pangolin trafficking in Central Africa generates over 419 billion CFA francs annually.
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OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN CALLING FOR HIS COUNTERPART PRESIDENT JOÃO LOURENÇO FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OF ALL POLITICAL PRISONERS IN ANGOLA
Friends of Angola urges President Biden to advocate for the immediate release of political prisoners in Angola and oppose a restrictive NGO law during his meeting with President João Lourenço. The letter highlights concerns about Chinese influence in Angola, which undermines democracy and civil society, emphasizing the need for U.S. support in fostering democratic values.
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CENTRAL AFRICA: PANGOLIN TRAFFICKING GENERATES NEARLY 419 BILLION CFA FRANCS EACH YEAR
The pangolin, the world’s most poached mammal, is illegally hunted for its scales, primarily for the Asian market. A recent investigation by three fellows in Central Africa uncovered a trafficking network worth approximately 419 billion CFA francs annually, revealing corruption among officials and the ecological risks involved.
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Hereditary Kleptocracy in Chad: A Special Report
One year after the October 2022 massacre, Chad remains under the grip of its transitional government, facing ongoing repression and delayed promises for elections. The regime, led by Mahamat Idriss Déby, shows little improvement in governance or resource management despite the nation’s oil wealth. Critics continue to flee amid increasing brutality.
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Addressing Kleptocracy in Central Africa
On February 17th and 18th, 2022, the sixth EU-AU summit will occur in Brussels to strengthen partnerships between the European and African Unions. The region of Central Africa faces kleptocratic regimes that exploit vast resources, leading to widespread poverty. OCA aims to raise awareness through video stories to inspire citizen action against this injustice.
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Which Came First, the Virus or the “Icing”?
The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the severe impact of kleptocracy in Central Africa, particularly affecting healthcare systems in Cameroon, Chad, Congo-Brazzaville, and Equatorial Guinea. Corruption led to mismanagement and a high death toll, with emergency funds unaccounted for and governmental abuses rampant. The Central African Coalition Against Kleptocracy aims to combat these issues.