Activism

Chantal Anicoche, a Filipino-American activist, has returned to the United States after weeks in custody of the Armed Forces of the Philippines following a deadly New Year's Day bombing in Occidental Mindoro.

February 01, 2026 Reported by AI

Comedian-turned-activist Eric Omondi has met Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir to discuss a 486-kilometre charity walk from Nairobi to Mombasa aimed at raising funds for vulnerable Kenyans. The Sisi Kwa Sisi campaign will start on February 10 and span four days, with the governor pledging to join the final 2-5 kilometres.

Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has criticised fans for comparing new-generation artists to his father, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, calling such labels ignorant and disrespectful. He highlighted how online fan rivalries misuse Fela's legacy. Seun urged a focus on understanding Fela's political activism rather than superficial comparisons.

December 31, 2025 Reported by AI

A new report from the American Energy Institute alerts lawmakers to a coordinated activist network aiming to restrict American energy development. The document, sent to Republican leaders this week, details efforts by environmental groups to influence policy and challenge projects. It highlights potential risks to national energy independence amid ongoing political debates.

The second edition of the '16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence' festival saw the National Council for Women partner with international organizations to combat violence against women. Organized by What Women Want magazine alongside UN Women, UNFPA, and UNICEF, the event combined policy talks, art, and public involvement. Discussions highlighted digital risks and art's role in awareness.

December 17, 2025 Reported by AI Fact checked

As tributes pour in for filmmaker Rob Reiner following the apparent double homicide of him and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner—with their son Nick accused in the case—attention has turned to his political activism, including a 2020 online fundraiser linked to Joe Biden’s narrow win in battleground Wisconsin.