The Coalition of Ethiopian Americans Civic Organisations, is urging the African Union (AU) to ensure that the Amhara people and other key stakeholders are included in future peace negotiations to resolve Ethiopia's ongoing conflicts.

In a letter to African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the coalition says lasting peace will only be possible if all major groups affected by the conflicts are represented.

It warns that excluding key political, ethnic and religious communities could undermine the legitimacy and long-term success of peace efforts.

Mpho Sithole spoke to Mesfin Mekonen, the Chairman of the Coalition of Ethiopian Americans Civic Organisations and an Ethiopian American human rights and democracy advocate based in Washington, D.C....

The Coalition of Ethiopian Americans Civic Organisations, is urging the African Union (AU) to ensure that the Amhara people and other key stakeholders are included in future peace negotiations to resolve Ethiopia's ongoing conflicts.
In a letter to African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the coalition says lasting peace will only be possible if all major groups affected by the conflicts are represented.
It warns that excluding key political, ethnic and religious communities could undermine the legitimacy and long-term success of peace efforts.
Mpho Sithole spoke to Mesfin Mekonen, the Chairman of the Coalition of Ethiopian Americans Civic Organisations and an Ethiopian American human rights and democracy advocate based in Washington, D.C....

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The Coalition of Ethiopian Americans Civic Organisations calls on the AU to ensure Amhara people are included in talks to resolve Ethiopia's ongoing conflicts

Press freedom in Egypt is once again under scrutiny following the court-ordered closure of Mada Masr, the country's most prominent independent news website, and the ongoing legal challenges facing its editor-in-chief, Lina Attalah.

The developments have prompted concern from human rights organisations, the United Nations, and international observers, who view the case as a significant test for the future of independent journalism in Egypt.

The closure comes amid broader concerns about media restrictions, licensing requirements, the arrest of journalists, and the shrinking space for independent reporting in a country where much of the media landscape is either state-owned or aligned with the government. 

Mpho Sithole spoke to Ebrahim Deen, researcher at the Afro-Middle East Centre to unpack the implications of these developments, what they mean for media freedom in Egypt, and the broader state of independent journalism across the region.

Press freedom in Egypt is once again under scrutiny following the court-ordered closure of Mada Masr, the country's most prominent independent news website, and the ongoing legal challenges facing its editor-in-chief, Lina Attalah.
The developments have prompted concern from human rights organisations, the United Nations, and international observers, who view the case as a significant test for the future of independent journalism in Egypt.
The closure comes amid broader concerns about media restrictions, licensing requirements, the arrest of journalists, and the shrinking space for independent reporting in a country where much of the media landscape is either state-owned or aligned with the government.&nbsp;
Mpho Sithole spoke to Ebrahim Deen, researcher at the Afro-Middle East Centre to unpack the implications of these developments, what they mean for media freedom in Egypt, and the broader state of independent journalism across the region.

Court-ordered closure of Mada Masr renews concerns over press freedom in Egypt

Public trust is essential to the success of the non-profit sector, yet many donors remain uncertain about how their contributions are used and whether they are reaching the intended beneficiaries.

 Questions around transparency, governance and accountability continue to influence how individuals and businesses choose to support charitable causes.

Mpho Sithole spoke to Derek Lubner, Co-founder of iZinga Assist, to discuss the challenges facing the non-profit sector, the importance of donor confidence, and how technology can help improve transparency and accountability in charitable giving.

Public trust is essential to the success of the non-profit sector, yet many donors remain uncertain about how their contributions are used and whether they are reaching the intended beneficiaries.
&nbsp;Questions around transparency, governance and accountability continue to influence how individuals and businesses choose to support charitable causes.
Mpho Sithole spoke to Derek Lubner, Co-founder of iZinga Assist, to discuss the challenges facing the non-profit sector, the importance of donor confidence, and how technology can help improve transparency and accountability in charitable giving.

Non-profits face growing pressure to show accountability

Thousands of displaced families in Gaza are spending nights in the open after heavy rains flooded tens of thousands of tents.

 Aid groups say about 90% of the population has been left homeless since the war began three years ago, with access to shelter and aid under growing strain.

For more on the humanitarian situation and the reality on the ground, Mpho Sithole spoke to Palestinian journalist and humanitarian worker Akram Al-Sattari in the Gaza Strip.

Thousands of displaced families in Gaza are spending nights in the open after heavy rains flooded tens of thousands of tents.
&nbsp;Aid groups say about 90% of the population has been left homeless since the war began three years ago, with access to shelter and aid under growing strain.
For more on the humanitarian situation and the reality on the ground, Mpho Sithole spoke to Palestinian journalist and humanitarian worker Akram Al-Sattari in the Gaza Strip.

The Coalition of Ethiopian Americans Civic Organisations calls on the AU to ensure Amhara people are included in talks to resolve Ethiopia's ongoing conflicts

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