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Human Rights – 2009

Human Rights Watch released a report on government abuses in Cabinda against the separatist group (FLEC) and urged the government to follow due process and respect international human rights laws and norms.¹

Angola’s Minister of Human Rights responded in the press and denied the abuses reported by Human Rights Watch. He later visited several prisons in the Cabinda region after meeting with local leaders. While the abuses did likely occur, the interaction showed an increased commitment and engagement by government leaders in the area of human rights.²

1. “International Organisation Calls for End to Human Rights Abuses in Angola’s Northern Enclave,” Global Insight, June 23, 2009.
2. “Angola: Minister Without Portfolio Denies Human Rights Violation in Cabinda,” Africa News, July 3, 2009.