Madagascar
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Overview
The COVID-19 pandemic had a devastating impact on access to food. Gender-based violence remained widespread, and increasing numbers of women and girls underwent unsafe abortions. A woman faced imprisonment for consensual same-sex relations. Tens of thousands of people, including hundreds of children, were subjected to prolonged pre-trial detention in appalling conditions. The right to freedom of expression was restricted, and the authorities imposed measures to prevent broadcasters from sharing information about COVID-19.
Death penalty status
Abolitionist for all crimes
Does not use the death penalty
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Madagascar: Urgent humanitarian intervention needed as millions face hunger due to devastating famine
East and Southern Africa: Media freedoms curtailed as COVID-19 regional crises expose urgent need for access to information
Southern Africa: Homes become dangerous place for women and girls during COVID-19 lockdown
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Punished and killed for being poor
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Madagascar
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