From August 12th to 14th, Cape Town will host the Fisher People’s Tribunal, an event organized by Masifundise and Coastal Links. This significant gathering aims to shed light on the challenges faced by fisherfolks in South Africa, offering a platform to document and expose the ongoing issue of ocean grabbing and the widespread violations of the rights of fishing communities. ...
International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples- 9 August ...
The tragic sinking of a boat carrying illegal immigrants from Gambia, which capsized near the coast of Mauritania. This tragedy cost the lives of many young West Africans. The sinking, which occurred on July 1, 2024, is among the countless maritime disasters caused by illegal emigration in the region, with at least 89 confirmed dead and many missing. The Mauritanian ...