Leave No Girl Behind in Africa
Discrimination in Education against Pregnant Girls and Adolescent Mothers
Despite the President João Lourenço’s pledges to protect human rights, Angolan security forces continued to use excessive force against political activists and peaceful protesters. The government introduced new laws that would allow excessive control over private institutions and undermine rights to freedom of expression and association and media freedom. Angola became the first African Union member state to ratify the Malabo Protocol, which provides jurisdiction over a number of crimes particularly significant for contemporary challenges and colonial legacies on the continent.
September 10, 2024
June 10, 2024
Discrimination in Education against Pregnant Girls and Adolescent Mothers
Sexual Violence and other Abuses against Congolese Migrants during Expulsions from Angola
Revise or Reject Bill Undermining Freedom of Media, Expression, Association
Impartially Investigate, Prosecute Abusive Security Force Members
Impartially Investigate Apparent Excessive Use of Lethal Force
Dogs, Tear Gas Used Against Women Vendors
Respect Rights to Freedom of Assembly, Peaceful Protest
Authorities Should Investigate Reports of Rape, Other Crimes
Investigate Police Use of Excessive Force Against Residents