Tag: Rwanda
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Undersea Cable Damage Disrupts Internet in East Africa
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Recent damage to undersea cables has disrupted internet services in several East African countries, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. This marks the third widespread disruption in Africa’s internet connectivity since the beginning of the year, raising concerns about the continent’s network vulnerabilities. The damage affected two crucial submarine cables,…
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Video: UK’s House of Lords Passes safety of Rwanda Bill
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Rwanda Bill—The UK’s House of Lords has passed a controversial bill that allows the government to send asylum seekers to Rwanda. The bill has sparked widespread debate and criticism, with many expressing concerns about the safety and well-being of asylum seekers in Rwanda. Watch this video
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The UK’s Safety of Rwanda Bill: UN Leaders and Advocacy Groups React
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Following the passage of the “Safety of Rwanda” Bill by the UK Parliament, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, and the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, have raised concerns about the impact of the bill on global responsibility-sharing, human rights, and refugee protection. The bill,…
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The UK’s Asylum Seeker Relocation Scheme to Rwanda
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Ensuring Safety and Accountability The UK government’s proposed scheme to offer failed asylum seekers up to £3,000 to voluntarily relocate to Rwanda has sparked debate and raised important questions about the safety and accountability of such a program. As a social impact blogger, it is crucial to delve into these…
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Gabon Coup Effect: Rwanda and Cameroon Play Defense with Military Reshuffles
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In the aftermath of the recent military coup that ousted President Ali Bongo in Gabon, neighboring countries Rwanda and Cameroon have swiftly undertaken significant changes within their own military ranks. The coup, which sent shockwaves globally, led to condemnations from international bodies such as the United Nations and the African…