March 2002
Cancellation of Stoning Sentence for a Woman
A Sharia court in Nigeria has annulled the stoning sentence of Safiye Hosseini, convicted of adultery under a law that was not in effect at…
Abuja Conference Commences - 2002-03-25
The Abuja Conference has started in Nigeria, with leaders from around 20 African countries discussing economic revitalization strategies. The conference aims to attract $64 billion…
Sharia Law Contradicts the Constitution - 2002-03-22
The Nigerian government has declared that Sharia law in northern states is unconstitutional and must be amended. Justice Minister Kano Agabi has called for a…
Zimbabwe's Membership in the Commonwealth Suspended
Zimbabwe's membership in the Commonwealth has been suspended due to allegations of electoral fraud in recent presidential elections. Key figures, including Australian Prime Minister John…
Morgan Tsvangirai's Views on Negotiations with Robert Mugabe - 2002-03-19
Morgan Tsvangirai, the opposition leader in Zimbabwe, claims that dialogue with President Robert Mugabe is currently impossible due to government-initiated violence against political activists. This…
Negotiation of Leaders from South Africa, Nigeria, and Australia Regarding Possible Sanctions Against Zimbabwe - 2002-03-19
Leaders from South Africa, Nigeria, and Australia are convening in London to discuss potential sanctions against Zimbabwe's government following allegations of electoral fraud by President…
African Leaders' Negotiations with Robert Mugabe - 2002-03-19
African leaders from Nigeria and South Africa met with Robert Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai to discuss the disputed presidential elections in Zimbabwe. Mugabe was sworn…
Controversial Victory of Robert Mugabe - 2002-03-15
Robert Mugabe has enacted a restrictive press law following his disputed election victory, which has faced condemnation from Western nations. South Africa is pushing for…