UN expert urges Cameroon to restore internet services cut off in rights violation: A United Nations expert has called on the Government of Cameroon to restore internet services to predominantly English-speaking parts of the country which have been cut off in “an appalling violation of their right to freedom of expression.” “I am particularly concerned … [Read more...] about UN expert urges Cameroon to restore internet services cut off in rights violation
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Sudan: UN Independent Expert to follow up on recommendations by the UN human rights system
Sudan: UN Independent Expert to follow up on recommendations by the UN human rights system: The United Nations Independent Expert on the situation of human rights in the Sudan, Aristide Nononsi, will carry out his third mission to the country from 10 to 22 February 2017 to assess the efforts undertaken by the Sudanese Government to comply with its international human rights … [Read more...] about Sudan: UN Independent Expert to follow up on recommendations by the UN human rights system
Burundi: United Nations Experts Raise Alarm at Growing Repression of Non-Governmental Organizations and Human Rights Defenders
Burundi: United Nations Experts Raise Alarm at Growing Repression of Non-Governmental Organizations and Human Rights Defenders: A group of United Nations human rights experts* today condemned the recent ban and provisional suspension of a number of civil society organizations in Burundi, and warned about “the obstructive, restrictive and stigmatizing effect of recent … [Read more...] about Burundi: United Nations Experts Raise Alarm at Growing Repression of Non-Governmental Organizations and Human Rights Defenders
Malta Summit: “Is Libya the right disembarking point for migrants?” – UN rights expert
Malta Summit: “Is Libya the right disembarking point for migrants?” – UN rights expert: As European Union Heads of State or Government gather in Malta to discuss new measures targeting migration movements, including increased cooperation with Libya, a group of United Nations human rights experts* warn the EU against supporting a system in which migrants are pushed back to … [Read more...] about Malta Summit: “Is Libya the right disembarking point for migrants?” – UN rights expert
Human rights & counter-terrorism: UN expert announces follow-up mission to Tunisia
Human rights & counter-terrorism: UN expert announces follow-up mission to Tunisia: The United Nations Special Rapporteur on human rights and counter-terrorism, Ben Emmerson, will carry out an official visit to Tunisia from 30 January to 3 February to assess progress achieved by the country in the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while … [Read more...] about Human rights & counter-terrorism: UN expert announces follow-up mission to Tunisia
