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“Not in our name!” says Eswatini activists opposing shadow US deportation planes - Southern Africa Litigation Centre
Mbabane, Eswatini: 14 August 2025: The Eswatini Litigation Centre (ELC), alongside Mzwandile Banele Masuku, the Swaziland Rural Women’s Assembly (SRWA), and ...
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Eswatini activists filed an urgent application in the Courts of Eswatini to declare the deportation agreement between Eswatini and the United States unconstitutional.
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SALC’s Anna expressed her concern about the healthcare systems in Malawi, noting ‘To what extent are governments able and willing to fill the gaps in accessing healthcare for vulnerable and marginalised communities?’
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See video: tinyurl.com/pwz9fp9n
A healthcare system on the brink in Malawi part1
In July 2025, SALC conducted a series of engagements, including visits to health clinics and prisons in Malawi, to assess and document the impact of funding on the healthcare system, community organisations, and prisons in Malawi. #EmpoweringVoices #UnityIsStrenght #AlutaContinua #SALCat20
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November 17, 2025 at 9:16 AM
SALC’s Anna expressed her concern about the healthcare systems in Malawi, noting ‘To what extent are governments able and willing to fill the gaps in accessing healthcare for vulnerable and marginalised communities?’
See video: tinyurl.com/pwz9fp9n
See video: tinyurl.com/pwz9fp9n
On Vuma FM, SALC’s Melusi Simelane spoke on Tanzania’s escalating political crisis. From media clampdowns to detentions and alleged mass killings, the region can no longer look away.
See full interview: youtu.be/XjlY2qM5Y7I
See full interview: youtu.be/XjlY2qM5Y7I
SALC's Melusi's Interview with @vumafm on Tanzania elections
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November 14, 2025 at 9:41 AM
On Vuma FM, SALC’s Melusi Simelane spoke on Tanzania’s escalating political crisis. From media clampdowns to detentions and alleged mass killings, the region can no longer look away.
See full interview: youtu.be/XjlY2qM5Y7I
See full interview: youtu.be/XjlY2qM5Y7I
In Malawi, the healthcare system is stretched thin! Art & Global Health Center Africa's Executive Director, Rodger Phiri, explains how funding cuts are impacting HIV prevention, treatment, and public health services across the country.
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See video: youtu.be/iZ4NKH114J8
Healthcare in Malawi
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November 14, 2025 at 8:22 AM
In Malawi, the healthcare system is stretched thin! Art & Global Health Center Africa's Executive Director, Rodger Phiri, explains how funding cuts are impacting HIV prevention, treatment, and public health services across the country.
See video: youtu.be/iZ4NKH114J8
See video: youtu.be/iZ4NKH114J8
SALC’s Bradley will be part of a panel discussing the wins, the setbacks and the realities in between with strategic litigation at the Pan Africa ILGA conference.
If you plan to attend, please stop by the session. We would love to connect, exchange ideas and continue building momentum together.
If you plan to attend, please stop by the session. We would love to connect, exchange ideas and continue building momentum together.
November 12, 2025 at 7:53 AM
SALC’s Bradley will be part of a panel discussing the wins, the setbacks and the realities in between with strategic litigation at the Pan Africa ILGA conference.
If you plan to attend, please stop by the session. We would love to connect, exchange ideas and continue building momentum together.
If you plan to attend, please stop by the session. We would love to connect, exchange ideas and continue building momentum together.
#InCaseYouMissedIt SALC joined the voices of African civil society in a growing call for non-recognition of the government of Tanzania, amid democratically flawed elections.
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African CSOs call for transitional justice and fresh elections in Tanzania - Southern Africa Litigation Centre
The Southern Africa Litigation Centre joins the voices of African civil society in a growing call for Non-recognition of the government of Tanzania, amid de ...
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November 11, 2025 at 1:27 PM
#InCaseYouMissedIt SALC joined the voices of African civil society in a growing call for non-recognition of the government of Tanzania, amid democratically flawed elections.
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Botswana: The First Palapye Pride Shone with Love and Courage www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/08/b...
Botswana: The First Palapye Pride Shone with Love and Courage
Courage, community and love! The first Palapye Pride brought queer visibility to the semi-urban village in Botswana.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Botswana: The First Palapye Pride Shone with Love and Courage www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/08/b...
A beginning rooted in courage, community, and love! 🌈SALC's Bradley notes, Botswana’s constitutional process must honour past court victories affirming equality and dignity for all. Palapye PRIDE is a powerful reminder that freedom and visibility belong to everyone. 🏳️🌈
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Read: tinyurl.com/yc3nrhn9
The first courageous annual Palapye Pride in Botswana - Southern Africa Litigation Centre
By Seipone Boitshwarelo and Bradley Fortuin. Washington Blade, 4 November 2025 The Midweek Sun, 5 November 2025 MambaOnline, 8 November 2025 A beginning roo ...
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November 10, 2025 at 1:49 PM
A beginning rooted in courage, community, and love! 🌈SALC's Bradley notes, Botswana’s constitutional process must honour past court victories affirming equality and dignity for all. Palapye PRIDE is a powerful reminder that freedom and visibility belong to everyone. 🏳️🌈
Read: tinyurl.com/yc3nrhn9
Read: tinyurl.com/yc3nrhn9
SALC,Including other rights groups have welcomed the arrests as a long-awaited step toward accountability for the abuses suffered during Malawi’s 2023 refugee relocations.
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Read: tinyurl.com/y4mk3548
November 10, 2025 at 11:51 AM
SALC,Including other rights groups have welcomed the arrests as a long-awaited step toward accountability for the abuses suffered during Malawi’s 2023 refugee relocations.
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Read: tinyurl.com/y4mk3548
SALC has been recognised for advancing inclusion and justice. The Global Centre for Pluralism celebrates SALC’s strategic use of law and social engagement to protect the rights and equitable participation of marginalised groups across the Southern Africa region.
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SALC recognised for advancing the rights of marginalised groups
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November 10, 2025 at 10:55 AM
SALC has been recognised for advancing inclusion and justice. The Global Centre for Pluralism celebrates SALC’s strategic use of law and social engagement to protect the rights and equitable participation of marginalised groups across the Southern Africa region.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/UtHpTnKJWYk
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/UtHpTnKJWYk
6 November 2025 – SALC, alongside a coalition of African civil society organisations, welcomes the firm stance of the African Union and SADC in condemning Tanzania’s 2025 general elections and the ensuing violence.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:02 AM
6 November 2025 – SALC, alongside a coalition of African civil society organisations, welcomes the firm stance of the African Union and SADC in condemning Tanzania’s 2025 general elections and the ensuing violence.
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SALC expresses concern over Tanzania’s 2025 General Election, citing preliminary findings from the SADC Electoral Observation Mission that indicate a regression in democracy, and calls for decisive intervention to restore democracy. #BotswanaGuardian
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Read the statement: tinyurl.com/3b34245t
November 10, 2025 at 8:09 AM
SALC expresses concern over Tanzania’s 2025 General Election, citing preliminary findings from the SADC Electoral Observation Mission that indicate a regression in democracy, and calls for decisive intervention to restore democracy. #BotswanaGuardian
Read the statement: tinyurl.com/3b34245t
Read the statement: tinyurl.com/3b34245t
SALC urges SADC to take decisive action following Tanzania’s flawed 2025 elections, warning that continued inaction risks eroding regional credibility and normalising repression across Southern Africa.
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SADC pressed to defend Tanzania democracy - Africa Briefing
Keypoints SALC condemns Tanzania’s 2025 polls as undemocratic Calls on SADC to demand release of opposition leaders Warns inaction could erode regional credibility THE Southern Africa Litigation Centr...
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November 7, 2025 at 7:30 AM
SALC urges SADC to take decisive action following Tanzania’s flawed 2025 elections, warning that continued inaction risks eroding regional credibility and normalising repression across Southern Africa.
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The SEOM’s findings confirm widespread repression during Tanzania’s 2025 elections. SALC calls for immediate regional action, including the release of detained opposition leaders, the restoration of civic rights, and fresh elections under full supervision.
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Read: tinyurl.com/3b34245t
November 4, 2025 at 9:22 AM
The SEOM’s findings confirm widespread repression during Tanzania’s 2025 elections. SALC calls for immediate regional action, including the release of detained opposition leaders, the restoration of civic rights, and fresh elections under full supervision.
Read: tinyurl.com/3b34245t
Read: tinyurl.com/3b34245t
Eswatini’s High Court has reserved judgment in a case brought by SALC and Eswatini partners. The case concerns a secret agreement between the Eswatini government to accept deportees from the United States.
#NoToUSdeportationPlanesToSADC
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#NoToUSdeportationPlanesToSADC
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eSwatini | Judgment reserved in US deportees challenge
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November 4, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Eswatini’s High Court has reserved judgment in a case brought by SALC and Eswatini partners. The case concerns a secret agreement between the Eswatini government to accept deportees from the United States.
#NoToUSdeportationPlanesToSADC
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#NoToUSdeportationPlanesToSADC
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Eswatini’s High Court has reserved judgment in a case brought by SALC and Eswatini partners. The case concerns a secret agreement between the Eswatini government to accept deportees from the United States.
#NoToUSdeportationPlanesToSADC
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#NoToUSdeportationPlanesToSADC
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eSwatini | Judgment reserved in US deportees challenge
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November 4, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Eswatini’s High Court has reserved judgment in a case brought by SALC and Eswatini partners. The case concerns a secret agreement between the Eswatini government to accept deportees from the United States.
#NoToUSdeportationPlanesToSADC
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#NoToUSdeportationPlanesToSADC
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SALC expresses deep concern over the SADC Electoral Observation Mission’s Preliminary Statement on the 2025 Tanzania General Election and calls for immediate regional intervention, restoration of civic rights, and fresh elections under full regional supervision.
Read: tinyurl.com/3b34245t
Read: tinyurl.com/3b34245t
November 3, 2025 at 2:05 PM
SALC expresses deep concern over the SADC Electoral Observation Mission’s Preliminary Statement on the 2025 Tanzania General Election and calls for immediate regional intervention, restoration of civic rights, and fresh elections under full regional supervision.
Read: tinyurl.com/3b34245t
Read: tinyurl.com/3b34245t
We are in court! SALC and @amnesty.org intervene in a landmark mining case at South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal, urging stronger corporate accountability and access to justice for communities in Kabwe, Zambia.
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Amnesty International and SALC intervene on landmark multinational mining case at South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal - Southern Africa Litigation Centre
Bloemfontein – As the Supreme Court of Appeal starts hearing the appeal in Various Parties obo Minors and Another v Anglo American South Africa today, the S ...
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November 3, 2025 at 10:33 AM
We are in court! SALC and @amnesty.org intervene in a landmark mining case at South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal, urging stronger corporate accountability and access to justice for communities in Kabwe, Zambia.
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Congratulations to Southern Africa Litigation Centre for winning this Global Centre for Pluralism award for "strategic use of the law, combined with social engagement, to protect the equitable participation of marginalized groups across the region."
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From Southern Africa to the world 🌍
SALC is proud to be a 2025 Global Centre for Pluralism award winner, recognised for advancing justice and inclusion through the power of law.
This honour celebrates SALC’s partners, communities, and all who believe in equality for all.
tinyurl.com/3nm6tczw
SALC is proud to be a 2025 Global Centre for Pluralism award winner, recognised for advancing justice and inclusion through the power of law.
This honour celebrates SALC’s partners, communities, and all who believe in equality for all.
tinyurl.com/3nm6tczw
Groundbreaking initiatives from Israel/Palestine, Southern Africa, and Colombia honoured with 2025 Global Pluralism Award - Southern Africa Litigation Centre
OTTAWA, Canada – October 28, 2025 – The Global Centre for Pluralism is pleased to announce the three winners of the 2025 Global Pluralism Award, recognizing ...
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October 29, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Congratulations to Southern Africa Litigation Centre for winning this Global Centre for Pluralism award for "strategic use of the law, combined with social engagement, to protect the equitable participation of marginalized groups across the region."
Follow @salitigationcentre.bsky.social to support
Follow @salitigationcentre.bsky.social to support
How do you call for democratic principles, peace, and human rights if your vehicles are parked in the general’s yard? - Find out the full story about South Africa's arms exports in our report: tinyurl.com/394ed8pw
#TheGreatHypocrisy #MadeinSA #PeaceOverProfit #StopTheHypocrisy
#TheGreatHypocrisy #MadeinSA #PeaceOverProfit #StopTheHypocrisy
October 29, 2025 at 10:46 AM
How do you call for democratic principles, peace, and human rights if your vehicles are parked in the general’s yard? - Find out the full story about South Africa's arms exports in our report: tinyurl.com/394ed8pw
#TheGreatHypocrisy #MadeinSA #PeaceOverProfit #StopTheHypocrisy
#TheGreatHypocrisy #MadeinSA #PeaceOverProfit #StopTheHypocrisy
SALC’s @melusisiboniso.bsky.social joined the debate on the U.S. deportation deals sending non-African nationals to #eSwatini, exposing secrecy, corruption, and human rights violations behind the transfers. @aljazeera.com #notousdeportationplanestosadc youtu.be/2H5jdZBYJaA
Is Africa the West’s ‘Human Dumping Ground’? – SALC’s Melusi Simelane Speaks Out on The Stream
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October 29, 2025 at 10:02 AM
SALC’s @melusisiboniso.bsky.social joined the debate on the U.S. deportation deals sending non-African nationals to #eSwatini, exposing secrecy, corruption, and human rights violations behind the transfers. @aljazeera.com #notousdeportationplanestosadc youtu.be/2H5jdZBYJaA
From Southern Africa to the world 🌍
SALC is proud to be a 2025 Global Centre for Pluralism award winner, recognised for advancing justice and inclusion through the power of law.
This honour celebrates SALC’s partners, communities, and all who believe in equality for all.
tinyurl.com/3nm6tczw
SALC is proud to be a 2025 Global Centre for Pluralism award winner, recognised for advancing justice and inclusion through the power of law.
This honour celebrates SALC’s partners, communities, and all who believe in equality for all.
tinyurl.com/3nm6tczw
Groundbreaking initiatives from Israel/Palestine, Southern Africa, and Colombia honoured with 2025 Global Pluralism Award - Southern Africa Litigation Centre
OTTAWA, Canada – October 28, 2025 – The Global Centre for Pluralism is pleased to announce the three winners of the 2025 Global Pluralism Award, recognizing ...
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October 29, 2025 at 7:40 AM
From Southern Africa to the world 🌍
SALC is proud to be a 2025 Global Centre for Pluralism award winner, recognised for advancing justice and inclusion through the power of law.
This honour celebrates SALC’s partners, communities, and all who believe in equality for all.
tinyurl.com/3nm6tczw
SALC is proud to be a 2025 Global Centre for Pluralism award winner, recognised for advancing justice and inclusion through the power of law.
This honour celebrates SALC’s partners, communities, and all who believe in equality for all.
tinyurl.com/3nm6tczw
SALC's @melusisiboniso.bsky.social is live on @aljazeera.com discussing the US third-country deportation policy that targets African countries, and how it harms international human rights law.
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🔴 Al Jazeera English | Live
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October 28, 2025 at 2:51 PM
SALC's @melusisiboniso.bsky.social is live on @aljazeera.com discussing the US third-country deportation policy that targets African countries, and how it harms international human rights law.
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SALC urges urgent SADC intervention as freedoms shrink in Tanzania ahead of elections.
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SALC warns of growing autocracy in SADC amid repression in Tanzania ahead of elections - Southern Africa Litigation Centre
The Southern Africa Litigation Centre (SALC) has today written to His Excellency Prof. Arthur Peter Mutharika, Chairperson of the SADC Organ on Politics, De ...
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October 27, 2025 at 10:41 AM
SALC urges urgent SADC intervention as freedoms shrink in Tanzania ahead of elections.
www.southernafricalitigationcentre.org/98123-2/
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Coup today, shipment tomorrow. How do you call for democracy, peace, and human rights if your vehicles are parked in the generals’ backyard? SALC report reveals SA arms exports to countries that underwent a military coup.
#TheGreatHypocrisy
Check the report: tinyurl.com/394ed8pw
#TheGreatHypocrisy
Check the report: tinyurl.com/394ed8pw
October 27, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Coup today, shipment tomorrow. How do you call for democracy, peace, and human rights if your vehicles are parked in the generals’ backyard? SALC report reveals SA arms exports to countries that underwent a military coup.
#TheGreatHypocrisy
Check the report: tinyurl.com/394ed8pw
#TheGreatHypocrisy
Check the report: tinyurl.com/394ed8pw
📢 SALC Newsletter | April–October 2025
A snapshot of SALC’s recent work, from landmark court victories to regional advocacy, strategic litigation, and thought leadership across Southern Africa. #salcat20
🔗 Read the full newsletter: tinyurl.com/hr3vp6a7
A snapshot of SALC’s recent work, from landmark court victories to regional advocacy, strategic litigation, and thought leadership across Southern Africa. #salcat20
🔗 Read the full newsletter: tinyurl.com/hr3vp6a7
October 23, 2025 at 11:40 AM
📢 SALC Newsletter | April–October 2025
A snapshot of SALC’s recent work, from landmark court victories to regional advocacy, strategic litigation, and thought leadership across Southern Africa. #salcat20
🔗 Read the full newsletter: tinyurl.com/hr3vp6a7
A snapshot of SALC’s recent work, from landmark court victories to regional advocacy, strategic litigation, and thought leadership across Southern Africa. #salcat20
🔗 Read the full newsletter: tinyurl.com/hr3vp6a7