Former Philippine President Duterte Faces ICC Trial for Crimes Against Humanity

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1547 EAT on Thursday 23 April 2026 Judges at the International Criminal Court have confirmed three counts of murder as crimes against humanity against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte, paving the way for his trial. In a decision issued on Thursday, the court said there were “substantial grounds”…

UG Government IRS Drive Gets Boost as Pilgrim Africa, Children’s Voices Against Malaria Mobilise Schools.

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L. H. D (Hon.) SOROTI, Uganda – Uganda’s efforts to eliminate malaria have received a significant boost following a strategic collaboration between Pilgrim Africa and Children’s Voices Against Malaria aimed at increasing uptake of Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) in high-burden communities. The partnership leverages a school-based sponsorship model to strengthen…

Trump Announces Ceasefire Extension With Iran as Talks Stall

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1131 EAT on Wednesday 22 April 2026 A senior Iranian adviser has dismissed US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire extension, describing it as “meaningless” and alleging it is “a ploy to buy time for a surprise strike”. Mahdi Mohammadi, an adviser to Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad…

Bangladesh Accused of Undoing Reforms Sparked by Student Protests

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1039 EAT on Wednesday 22 April 2026 Bangladesh’s parliament has rolled back several reforms introduced in the wake of the 2024 student-led uprising, measures that had been aimed at strengthening accountability within government and the security forces. The move has raised concerns that the country may be retreating…

Japan Lifts Ban on Lethal Weapons Exports in Major Policy Shift

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1112 EAT on Tuesday 21 April 2026 Japan has moved to ease longstanding restrictions on arms exports, with the cabinet of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi approving the export of lethal weapons, including fighter jets, in a notable departure from the country’s post-war pacifist policy framework. Announcing the decision…