Uganda’s Supreme Court ruling declaring military trials of civilians unconstitutional is a victory for human rights.

Critical minerals factor into the fight.

According to the judges, the military courts (Field Court Martial, the General Court Martial and the divisional military courts) are lawfully-established specialized courts whose jurisdiction/ powers ...

Rwandan-backed M23 rebels say they are now in control of the key eastern Congolese city of Goma. Their fighters continue to claim more territory in one of the world's most mineral-rich territories.