Somalia Ratifies Convention on the Rights of the Child (October 1, 2015)
Author:
Catherina Valenzuela-Bock
On October 1, 2015, Somalia ratified the Convention on the Rights of the Child, depositing its ratification instrument at the United Nations headquarters during the annual treaty event. According
German Court Sentences Rwandan Rebel Leaders for Congo Massacres (September 28, 2015)
Author:
Catherina Valenzuela-Bock
On September 28, 2015, a German court sentenced two Rwandan rebel leaders for their roles during the internal conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2008 and 2009.
French Court Denies Extradition of Rwandan Genocide Suspect (September 15, 2015)
Author:
Catherina Valenzuela-Bock
On September 15, 2015, a court in Toulouse, France turned down an extradition request for Joseph Habyarimana, a Rwandan who is charged with genocide and crimes against humanity. Mr.
FAO and MasterCard Announce New Partnership to Provide Financing Tools to Marginalized Communities (September 2, 2015)
Author:
Catherina Valenzuela-Bock
On September 2, 2015, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and MasterCard announced a new partnership designed to utilize global technology in development assistance.