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US Condemns Eswatini Human Rights Abuses and Activist Thulani Maseko's Murder.

The US Senate formally condemns the Government of Eswatini for human rights violations, repression of pro-democracy activists, and the brutal killing of lawyer Thulani Maseko. The resolution demands Eswatini conduct an independent investigation, cease intimidating citizens, and initiate a credible dialogue on democratic reforms. This action signals that the US government is actively using its diplomatic influence to support human rights and freedom of expression globally.
Key points
The US condemns the murder of Thulani Maseko and demands a full, transparent investigation to hold perpetrators accountable.
Eswatini authorities must stop harassing activists and uphold freedoms of peaceful assembly and expression.
The resolution calls for the immediate start of an inclusive national dialogue on political and constitutional reform in Eswatini.
The US will maintain and expand support for journalists, human rights advocates, and media freedoms in Eswatini.
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Additional Information
A resolution condemning the human rights record of the Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini and the brutal killing of Eswatini activist Thulani Maseko on January 21, 2023.
Print number: SRES 174
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2023-04-26