© Keystone/Anthony AnexAmnesty International has launched fresh allegations about human rights violations in Swiss asylum centres. Asylum seekers notably from north Africa, including children, complained about physical attacks and punishments as well as racial prejudice, said an Amnesty spokeswoman. The claims are the latest in a series of allegations by NGOs and media reports about abuses in Swiss asylum centres. “We strongly dismiss allegations about systematic human rights violations and ‘torture’ of asylum seekers,” a statement said. There are more than 20 national asylum centresExternal link across the country with a capacity of 5,000 places.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 19, 2021 09:30 UTC