Former UN human rights chief honoured for her decades-long fight for justice and international law, joining a distinguished group of African Nobel laureates whose work has shaped the global struggle for human rights, democracy and peace. South African jurist Navanethem “Navi” Pillay has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of her lifelong efforts to promote peace, uphold …

Businesses struggle, residents protest and the government pledges to tackle Gambia’s worsening electricity crisis by building a 24-megawatt plant. Nyima Jadama reports Since summer this year, Gambians have faced a power supply crisis, disrupting businesses and daily activities of citizens. The frequent blackouts force businesses and households to cope without electricity for days. Banjul, the country’s capital, is experiencing frustration …

The BKMO, a nationwide network of more than 70 migrant and post-migrant groups, calls for secure funding for counselling services, emergency support for people facing threats and arrangements to help vulnerable residents relocate to other federal states. The Federal Conference of Migrant Organisations (BKMO) has called on Germany’s federal and state governments to strengthen protection, counselling and participation for people …