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Zambia: forcible exile to suppress dissent

Amnesty International believes the Government of Zambia is harassing, intimidating and trying to silence its critics through forcible expulsion, or the threat of such forcible expulsion. Those perceived as opposing government policy have been subject to investigations of their citizenship, as well as stated or implied threats of deportation. This reflects a broader strategy of … Continue reading Zambia: forcible exile to suppress dissent

Cuba: dissidents imprisoned or forced into exile

This document discusses Concilio Cubano. Since its establishment in October 1995, dozens of people belonging to member groups had been detained for short periods and threatened with imprisonment on various charges if they did not give up their activities or leave the country. The action against them intensified in the ten days prior to 24 … Continue reading Cuba: dissidents imprisoned or forced into exile