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Thulani Maseko, a beacon of courage and justice, left a legacy. His unwavering dedication to human rights continues to inspire change. As we honour his memory, let's renew our commitment to advocate for #JusticeForThulani and other human rights defenders who have faced the same fate across #Africa

#JusticeForThulani: Today marks exactly one year since #ThulaniMaseko was assassinated in front of his family. No arrests have been made. We are intensifying our call for Justice. - Sign the Petition! chng.it/64fjvrmSwL

Some highlights from #SouthernDefendersSummit6 declaration 1.Make the UDHR a living document 2.Support both Frontline and backline HRDs 3.Prioritise youth mentorship and mainstream the work of WHRDs 4.Embrace the use of technology in HRDs work

"As we commemorate the #HumanRights75 there is no better time to discuss the threats facing democracy in our region, and the threats to #HumanRights across the world," - Mpangi Kwenge, Chief of Party, @ARISA_SADC/@freedomhouse #SouthernDefendersSummit6

@tiseke states that the power dynamics determined by money and funding models directs how society views human rights and how we approach supporting HRDs. #SouthernDefendersSummit6 @SiphoMalunga @adriano_nuvunga @ssishuwa @wkatema @Makil @AfricaDefenders

The 6th edition of the Human Rights Defenders Summit kicks of today in Windhoek.The HRDs annual flagship event celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Rights. Stay tuned for updates on our official channels. #SouthernDefendersSummit6

Representing the President of Namibia at the Southern Africa Human Rights Defenders Summit today, honorable Minister of Justice Yvonne Dausab has urged the Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and Human Rights Institutions to be vigilant and stay at the forefront in confronting challenges that affect the rights of people. She added that this can be done by collaborative work and resilience. @AfricaDefenders @advancingrights @SAHRDNetwork

@tiseke and @ssishuwa ,a panel reflecting on the 25th anniversary of declaration of human rights defenders.Panel states importance of pushing back on the collusion between MNCs and governments in violating rights @freedomhouse @OpenSociety @ARISA_SADC #SouthernDefendersSummit6

A moment of silence is observed for HRDs who lost their lives while doing their work, a tribute video reflecting on the life of Thulani Maseko is played in memory of his life.

Guest of Honour ,Minister of Justice Honorable Yvonne Dausab delivers address #SouthernDefendersSummit6

Beyond his opening remarks, @Hassan_shire joined a panel to mark the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights exploring whether it is indeed time to make new pledges! #SouthernDefendersSummit6

The Policy Briefs are on Land and Livelihoods, Inclusive Education, and the Socio-economic situation of the San in Botswana

ARISA and the San Research Centre this morning launched three Policy Briefs on the San in Botswana. The launch forms part of the National Forum currently being hosted by @PalmsforLife and the San Research Centre as part of the UN decade of Indigenous Languages

We've concluded a two-day roundtable in Cape Town in collaboration with @ARISA_SADC. The gathering brought together representatives from three countries, alongside our three indigenous patrons, including elders from the Kalahari, Namibia, and SA fisheries. #IndigenousRights

Monica Cloete provided a testimony on how Indigenous Peoples have been disenfranchised by the elite building holiday homes in Saldhana Bay, leading to unemployment, social ills and indigenous families being torn apart.

Great discussions on land, biodiversity, Rooibos , fishing & tourism and, avoiding recreating a dependency culture as these resources come into communities

Starting today, the 13th - 14th of November, @ARISA and @Jamma_Int are hosting a two-day roundtable in Cape Town. This event is dedicated to the topic of Indigenous Peoples and Resource Rights in Southern Africa.

⏳⏰The 2023 Annual HRDs Summit is just around the corner, and registration for self-sponsoring participation is still OPEN! 📷 Don't miss this opportunity to participate and contribute. Register and secure your spot today: forms.gle/E3ygApdqNpTfJY… #HRDSummit2023

The report illustrates that media freedom and journalism are under heightened threat and sharpened assault across the African continent, with developments across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) over recent years becoming especially troubling.

Today, starting at 9 am, ARISA will be launching the 'INFORMATION ECOSYSTEM ASSESSMENT (IEA) ON THE IMPACT OF CYBERSECURITY AND CYBERCRIME LAWS ENACTED BY SOUTHERN AFRICAN GOVERNMENTS ON MEDIA FREEDOM AND DIGITAL RIGHTS.' We are excited and looking forward to the launch!