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This global recognition under the 2003 Convention for Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage highlights the cultural and historical significance of the vibrant, handwoven textile.Sourced from Africanews Read More

Human Rights

At least 68 journalist killings in 2024, UNESCO reports

December 13, 2024 Village Reporterhuman rights

For the second consecutive year, conflict zones have proven dangerous for journalists and media workers, with 2024 seeing at least 68 deaths in the line of duty, according to new data from the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Source UN News Read More

Pacific

Taliban’s pursuit of ‘Islamic vision’ eroding freedoms in Afghanistan: Security Council

December 13, 2024 Village ReporterAsia News

The Taliban’s continued imposition of strict interpretations of Islamic law and Afghan culture has resulted in unprecedented restrictions on women and girls, the UN envoy for the country warned on Thursday. Source UN News Read More

Africa

Major step forward: Zimbabwe senate approves death penalty end

December 12, 2024 Village ReporterAfricaglobalvillage, africanews

The Senate of Zimbabwe has approved legislation to abolish the death penalty, a crucial step towards eliminating a law that has not been applied in nearly 20 years.Sourced from Africanews Read More

Africa

Rights group accuses Russian mercenaries of abuses against civilians in Mali

December 12, 2024 Village ReporterAfricaglobalvillage, africanews

“The Malian army with the Wagner Group and Islamist armed groups have been targeting civilians and their property in violation of the laws of war,”Sourced from Africanews Read More

Africa

Clashes erupt between Somalia’s federal troops and regional forces over a disputed local election

December 12, 2024 Village ReporterAfricaglobalvillage, africanews

The clashes underscore a deepening rift between the federal government and Jubbaland’s administration, raising fears of further instability in the strategically significant region near the Kenyan border.Sourced from Africanews Read More

Human Rights

Human Rights Day: 5 key things to know

December 12, 2024 Village Reporterhuman rights

As Human Rights Day dawns on 10 December, it serves as a reminder of the ongoing importance of equality, justice and dignity for all people worldwide. Source UN News Read More

Human Rights

Shaping human rights for all

December 11, 2024 Village Reporterhuman rights

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights has paved the way forward when it was adopted in 1948, inspiring more than 80 international treaties as well as UN photographers, who captured everyday struggles and triumphs over the decades in their latest photo essay on the heels of Human Rights Day. Source UN News Read More

Africa

Women’s Football: 2027 World Cup Set for June 24 to July 25

December 11, 2024 Village ReporterAfricaglobalvillage, africanews

Women’s Football: 2027 World Cup Set for June 24 to July 25Sourced from Africanews Read More

Human Rights

Syria crisis: Nothing must stop peaceful transition, says UN Special Envoy

December 11, 2024 Village Reporterhuman rights

Barely 48 hours since opposition forces including Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) swept into Damascus and forced out President Bashar al-Assad, the top UN negotiator tasked with helping the Syrian people to create a peaceful and democratic future insisted that nothing could be taken for granted. Source UN News Read More

TRENDS

Month: December 2024

Ghana’s Kente cloth recognized as UNESCO cultural heritage

At least 68 journalist killings in 2024, UNESCO reports

Taliban’s pursuit of ‘Islamic vision’ eroding freedoms in Afghanistan: Security Council

Major step forward: Zimbabwe senate approves death penalty end

Rights group accuses Russian mercenaries of abuses against civilians in Mali

Clashes erupt between Somalia’s federal troops and regional forces over a disputed local election

Human Rights Day: 5 key things to know

Shaping human rights for all

Women’s Football: 2027 World Cup Set for June 24 to July 25

Syria crisis: Nothing must stop peaceful transition, says UN Special Envoy