Parliament in Zimbabwe has approved a controversial new law that criminalises acts that damage “the sovereignty and national interest” of the southern African country. The new law was passed hours after the government announced nationwide elections for August 23rd. Critics claim the new law kills free speech. “The criminalization targets individuals expressing differing opinions against […]
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Sierra Leone approves presidential, opposition leader candidates
The Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone (ECSL) has approved President Julius Maada Bio’s candidacy for the June general elections as he seeks a second term. The ECSL on Tuesday also approved the main opposition party’s nominee Samura Kamara, the runner-up in the last presidential vote in 2018. He lost to Bio, a former military ruler […]