This recommendations document is the product of discussions at roundtables and workshops in Addis Ababa and virtually. The recommendations come directly from those working on human rights in Ethiopia. Several initiatives are already underway to combat TFGBV or related harms. Where appropriate, CIR has spotlighted them throughout the recommendations document.
Audio clip from Taliban leader addresses stoning of Afghan women
In audio clips circulated online in March, the Taliban’s Supreme Leader emphasised the strict implementation of Sharia punishments and spoke of harsher punishments for women.
Gulbuddin Hekmatyar relocated from state-owned land by Taliban officials
According to the Taliban, the land that Hizb-e Islami party leader Hekmatyar was living on had been provided by the Republican government and was not legitimate, as recognising it as such would imply recognition of the previous administration.
Fire damage to the commercial area of Zamzam IDP camp
CIR verified that fires destroyed the northern section of the market area of Zamzam, a camp for internally displaced persons (IDP) in...
Taliban issues further restrictions on Afghan female journalists in TV and radio
In Kabul, female presenters were reportedly told to appear on air only in full veiling, while in Khost, local media was prohibited from broadcasting calls from women and girls.
Afghan women protest Taliban’s policies on International Women’s Day
Afghan Witness has seen a downturn in street protests, with many women taking their protests indoors and online in an attempt to avoid suppression or violence.