Africa Action: Activism for Africa Since 1953

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We are the oldest human rights organization focused exclusively on Africa.
Today, in partnership with activists and civil society organizations throughout the United States and in Africa, Africa Action is working to change U.S. foreign policy and the policies of international institutions in order to support African struggles for peace and development.

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Africa Action Statement on the African Commission on Human and Peoples Rights' Landmark Decision: COHRE v Sudan
August 13, 2010

World Bank Inspection Panel Given Green Light to Proceed with Full Investigation into South African Coal Loan
August 04, 2010

Congressional Leaders Unveil New Legislation on Zimbabwe
July 30, 2010

Africa Action Addresses Deaths in Uganda and the Flawed War on Terror and Africa
July 15, 2010

Conference Report: Dare to Shape the Future, A Conference on Zimbabwe
July 01, 2010

New: Africa Action Statement from the Board of Directors

Support Africa Action In Turning a Challenge into an Opportunity
December 15, 2010

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