AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoIndia Election Integrity Protests: India’s youth-led “Cockroach” movement and separate student/civil society groups escalated demands for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over alleged voter-roll revisions, with Delhi police detaining hundreds at Jantar Mantar and tightening security, while Mumbai protests are set to kick off a wider campaign. Police Accountability & GBVF: South Africa’s IPID reported rising rape and GBVF cases involving police officers, renewing pressure on justice systems to protect victims and curb abuse by law enforcement. Anti-Corruption at Borders: South Africa’s Border Management Authority warned corruption must be tackled at airports and seaports too, launching an awareness drive with multiple agencies and civil society partners. Housing Rights at UN Level: A national human rights institution submitted a report urging local governments and community-led initiatives to better deliver the right to adequate housing. Death Penalty Repeal Push (Liberia): A bill to abolish the death penalty gained at least 15 lawmakers’ backing, backed by a civil society human rights platform and international partners. Older Persons Protection (SA): The SA Human Rights Commission called for stronger systems to prevent abuse and improve access to timely justice for older people.
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