Tanzania: Police Under Scrutiny Over Disappearances
“The issue inflicts immense anguish upon families left not knowing whether their loved ones are alive, suffering, or dead.”
25 Mar 24
Police
Ukraine: From Traffic Accidents to War Crimes
How regional police department had to pivot to deal with influx of with some 10,000 cases.
21 Mar 23
Kenya: The Young Men Who Disappear
Many victims - usually people from the poorest slum areas - are never found. Campaigners say the police are often responsible.
30 Aug 22
Breaking the Glass Ceiling in Gagauzia
How a girl’s dream to become a police officer raised the bar of gender equality in a conservative region.
24 Mar 22
Belarus: Police Violence Continues
Beatings and torture, long an issue of concern, have become commonplace since the August 2020 uprising.
22 Feb 22
Kenya: Security Forces Blamed for Rise in Forced Disappearances
Only around one in three of all those abducted return alive.
7 Jan 22
Kazak Journalists Face Routine Harassment
Although the media is protected by law, beatings and illegal detentions are common.
5 Nov 20
Azerbaijan: Anger Over Police Heavy-Handedness
Public outcry after footage emerges of officers beating man for violating lockdown.
22 Jun 20
Armenia: Activists Call for More Action on Abuse
Campaigners warn that government statistics showing no rise in abuse do not reflect reality.
4 Jun 20
Under A Watchful Eye: Cyber Surveillance in Cuba
Public access to the internet has increased, but the state remains vigilant.
20 Aug 19
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