Zimbabwean politician and Minister of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs since 2018
Human rights groups warn of a new wave of xenophobic violence as anti-immigration movements organise protests across major cities, with vigilante actions and calls for foreigners to leave by a set date. Attacks have been reported against migrants and foreign-owned businesses, prompting court actions and concerns about state protection.
Ghana has recorded 14 arrests linked to false news and offensive speech in less than 16 months, nearly doubling the tally of the previous eight years. Debates over free expression versus public order have intensified as authorities apply long-standing laws to a fast-changing digital landscape.