Press release
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Advocates Seek U.S. and Canadian Sanctions on Congolese President’s Son, Daughter for Embezzlement, Laundering into United States
Three organizations submitted a dossier to the U.S. and Canada, urging targeted sanctions against Denis Sassou Nguesso’s children for their roles in embezzling Congolese funds. This call for action highlights corruption’s impact on the Congolese people and seeks to ensure accountability and justice through coordinated international efforts against corrupt officials.
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Unlocking Africa’s Future: The Strategic Imperative of Beneficial Ownership Transparency
Corruption thrives in Africa’s resource-rich economies due to a lack of transparency, particularly in beneficial ownership registrations. The absence of reliable data exacerbates illicit financial flows and weakens public trust. Although reform initiatives are emerging, such as accountability actions against multinational corporations, urgent measures are necessary to enhance transparency and foster sustainable growth.
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Upcoming Event: Beneficial Ownership – A Tool for Transparency in Africa
Join the UNODC on December 18, 2025, for a virtual session titled “Beneficial Ownership: A Tool for Transparency in Africa.” This event focuses on enhancing accountability and anti-corruption efforts in Central Africa. Experts will discuss innovative strategies and the role of civil society in promoting transparency amidst ongoing challenges.
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Opening Central Africa Condemns the Arbitrary Impediment of Young Angolan Activists at 4 de Fevereiro Airport
On November 22, 2025, seven Angolan activists were denied boarding a flight to Cape Verde, raising concerns about their right to free movement and democratic engagement. Opening Central Africa condemned this obstruction, emphasizing the need for accountability and support for programs fostering youth empowerment and democratic values across the region.
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Friends of Angola with Opening Central Africa Announce Special Side Event at UNCAC CoSP11 in Doha
Friends of Angola and Opening Central Africa will host a hybrid event titled “Beneficial ownership: A tool for transparency in Africa” on December 18, 2025, at CoSP11 in Doha. The session aims to combat corruption by discussing strategies, case studies, and recommendations to improve transparency and accountability in Central Africa.
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Sassoufit collective launching a Web browser game against kleptocracy !
“For every underpaid or unpaid Congolese civil servant, this game’s your protest. Fire it up on those government computers and turn your workday into a digital uprising!”
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JOINT OPEN LETTER FROM ANGOLAN CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS TO THE ARGENTINE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (AFA) AND ITS NATIONAL TEAM
Luanda, August 18, 2025 Recipients: Subject: Appeal for the Cancellation of the Friendly Match with the Angola National Team (Palancas Negras) Your Excellencies, With our respectful greetings, The undersigned organizations — the Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace and Integrity of Creation of CEAST, Pro Bono Angola, the Justice, Peace and Democracy Association (AJPD), and…
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Strengthening Accountability in Angola: The Local Impact of UK Sanctions Against Isabel dos Santos
Florindo Chivucute, founder of Friends of Angola, discusses the implications of UK’s 2024 anti-corruption sanctions against Isabel dos Santos and associates. These measures aim to combat embezzlement and kleptocracy while promoting Angola’s commitment to anti-corruption efforts amid ongoing political challenges. ILP supports this initiative through pro bono legal assistance.
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The Escalation of Pre-Electoral Violence in Angola: Warning Signs Two Years Before the 2027 General Elections
As Angola approaches its 2027 elections, political intolerance and violence against opposition figures are escalating. Recent incidents, including the assassination of a UNITA secretary and brutal attacks on opposition delegations, highlight a deteriorating political climate. This cycle of repression threatens the country’s democratic integrity and underscores urgent calls for genuine political reform.
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CALL FOR RESPECT FOR FUNDAMENTAL HUMAN RIGHTS AND JUSTICE IN CHAD
Multiple organizations have issued an appeal urging restraint amid Chad’s deteriorating human rights situation, marked by violence, discrimination, and government repression. They condemn recent conflicts, demand justice for victims, and call for the protection of fundamental rights. The appeal emphasizes the need for disarmament, impartial investigations, and an inclusive dialogue to restore peace and democracy.