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Rwandan Police Brutally Raid Opposition Members Residence

The government is consistently stalling the efforts of the opposition, appearing more as a dictatorship then a democracy.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - “The police brutality in my residence last night (July 24th) is politically motivated,” declared Ms. Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza, “from 8:10 until to 8:50 p.m. a police flying squad drifted in my temporary residence, knocked off and assaulted 2 guests and a house watchman in front of the door”.

The victims of this unexpected insult were handcuffed, beaten and taken to the Remera police detention facility.

Inconsistencies Found in Rwandan Murder Investigation

Inconsistencies called "glaring."

(BUTARE TOWN, Rwanda / PORTLAND, Ore.) - Human Rights Watch is calling for the Rwandan Government to allow independent foreign experts to carry out an autopsy on the body of André Kagwa Rwisereka, vice president of the opposition Democratic Green Party.

Africa: Faces in Words

New weekly update on the breaking stories in the African nations.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Unseen, unheard; no one should be the bearer of these two words. Unfortunately, Africa is often in the forefront of this association.

Our common humanity should change this; we should never look away because it is too distant. Our commitment to one another, to human rights, and the ability to learn should always keep us connected no matter the severity and complexity of problems.

Darfuri Refugee Voices Asking to be Heard Inside Chad

Al-Bashir has reacted to The Goodwill and Confidence building agreement signed February 2009 with complete disregard and disrespect; an all too familiar pattern.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Struggling to survive, hour by hour is difficult as security threats continue to grow for the refugees inside the Chad, Darfur border.

`Climax of Violence Must Come to an End`, Demands Rwandan Opposition (GRAPHIC PHOTOS)

The assassination of a Vice Presidential candidate and growing unrest, lead to less patience over unmet demands.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Members of the Democratic Green Party (DGP) confirmed for Salem-News.com that on July 15th 2010, the National Police Spokesperson, Sup. Eric Kayiranga made known the arrest of Thomas Ntivuguruzwa.

He is the last known person to have contact with First Vice President Mr. Andre Kagwa Rwisereka.

Exiled Sudanese General Continues to Work for Peace and Democracy

Although stripped of physical property and monetary value, this Major General is teaching and leading through patience, peace and honor.

(PORTLAND / RICHMOND) - Although Gen. Dau Aturjong Nyuol was born in the bush in Gokmachar Village in Aweil North County, in the state of Northern Bahr el Ghazal, Southern Sudan, he is educated, eloquent and mandates one priority.

Africa: Faces in Words

New weekly update on the breaking stories in the African nations.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Unseen, unheard; no one should be the bearer of these two words. Unfortunately, Africa is often in the forefront of this association.

Our common humanity should change this; we should never look away because it is too distant. Our commitment to one another, to human rights, and the ability to learn should always keep us connected no matter the severity and complexity of problems.

Uganda Forces More Than 1,700 Refugees Back to Rwanda

“This operation by the Rwandan and Ugandan governments completely disregards the rights of refugees who have well-founded fears of returning to Rwanda” - Bill Frelick, director of the Refugee Program at Human Rights Watch

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Reports indicate on July 14th and 15th more than 1,700 Rwandan refugees from both Nakivale and Kyaka camps were forcibly rounded up and sent back to Rwanda by the Ugandan and Rwandan police.

Announcing food distribution, and information on the outcome of asylum appeals many began gathering around the trucks in the hope of attaining either. Police and camp commanders then forced the Rwandans onto the trucks at gunpoint using the deception and deceit.

Can We Afford Another Al-Bashir, in the South?

Kiir Mayradit is a criminal, he takes advantage of his people and does not allow democracy to flourish, his lack of honor will bring war to our nation when we need peace.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - At great risk to myself and those close to me that are still in Sudan, I have written this letter to bring awareness of what is happening inside the South Sudanese government.

I have already received threatening emails and several friends have been telephoned by those inside the government, in an effort to intimidate.

Frustration: Justice Must be a Priority for Darfur

Al-Bashir and his National Congress Party (NCP) are the ultimate disaster for the Sudanese people and are the real threats to Sudan's survival and the whole region's well being.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - A month later, Darfuri refugees are still deeply hurt, disappointed and frustrated by the piece written by their once champion and out spoken human rights advocate John Prendergast and George Clooney.

They strongly ask for an apology and repeal for the use of stronger language, reflecting their voices.