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Longstanding State Of Emergency In Brunei And Its Impact

The nation applies Sharia law in addition to civil law, and the government strictly limits the public practice of non-Islamic religions. Evangelism is prohibited, and Christians are severely restricted, such as prohibitions on importing religious literature or conducting public meetings. Churches are required to function secretly, and Islamic converts usually suffer social exclusion or official [...]

Cholera Outbreak In South Sudan

Eight people, including five children, died in South Sudan after a three-hour walk for cholera treatment due to U.S. aid cuts that forced local health centers to close, ‘Save the Children’ reported. Over 90% of USAID contracts were canceled, threatening millions of lives. The U.S. State Department defended the cuts, citing corruption among South Sudan's [...]

Brunei’s Civic Freedoms Under Scrutiny

Brunei's civic space is rated as repressed, with limited freedoms of expression, assembly, and association. The Sultan, holding absolute power since 1984, governs under a state of emergency, restricting rights such as free speech and press freedom through laws like the Sedition Act and the Undesirable Publications Act. The country also criminalizes defamation and restricts [...]

Reaching Bhutan’s Hidden People

Reaching Unreached People Groups in Bhutan is challenging due to the nation’s strict religious laws and emphasis on cultural uniformity. Language diversity presents another major hurdle in Bhutan’s mission field. Digital outreach is also hindered by government restrictions on media. Travel and communication are limited, making missionary efforts nearly impossible through conventional means. Translation of [...]

Algeria Advances Steadily Towards Water Security Through Strategic Initiatives

Algeria: In the context of regional and global water shortages exacerbated by climate change, Algeria is making notable advancements in securing its water supply. This progress is mainly due to important projects started by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, which aim to use unusual water sources like seawater desalination and groundwater, as well as connecting dams and [...]

China is strengthening maternal and child health protections

China: The health of mothers and children serves as a crucial indicator of a nation's overall well-being and social development. In China, a coordinated effort aimed at improving infrastructure and implementing policy innovations has emerged to enhance maternal and child health. A significant part of China's approach is the modernization of maternal healthcare facilities. The [...]

British Couple Held Without Cause In Afghanistan

British couple Peter and Barbie Reynolds, in their 70s, were detained by Taliban authorities in Afghanistan in February 2024 for unspecified reasons. The couple, who run education and training programs in Bamiyan province, are reportedly being held under harsh conditions in Pul-e-Charkhi prison. Their daughter, Susie Romer, says they’ve endured 29 interrogations and multiple court [...]

Repression in Eritrea

Eritrea remains one of the most repressive countries in the world. Since gaining independence in 1993, President Isaias Afwerki has ruled without elections, a ratified constitution, or political opposition. The country has no freedom of press or expression, with media tightly controlled and independent journalists often jailed or disappeared. Religious freedom is severely restricted—only four [...]

Saudi Arabia Frees Some, But Repression of Political Dissent Continues

In Saudi Arabia, political prisoners continue to face harsh repression despite the recent release of some detainees. Dozens of individuals remain imprisoned solely for peacefully exercising their rights to free expression, association, and belief. High-profile figures like cleric Salman al-Odah, lawyer Waleed Abu al-Khair, and aid worker Abdulrahman al-Sadhan are among those still held. Many [...]

South Sudan’s Fragile Peace at Risk After Machar’s Arrest

Rising tensions in South Sudan, triggered by the 26 March arrest of Vice-President Riek Machar, threaten to plunge the country back into civil war. The arrest collapsed the fragile 2018 peace agreement, which reinstated Machar in a united government after the 2013-2018 civil war. Key issues, including the formation of a unified army and holding [...]

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