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🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Officiate Reburial Ceremony of Khoi-SAN Ancestral Human Remains

President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead a reburial ceremony for Khoi-San ancestral remains in the Northern Cape, commemorating the repatriation of remains that symbolize historical injustices against indigenous peoples.

Mar 23 • 05:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Sonia Guajajara hospitalized in São Paulo; suspected to have an infectious condition

Indigenous Peoples Minister Sonia Guajajara has been hospitalized in São Paulo with suspected infectious symptoms but has shown clinical improvement.

Mar 22 • 20:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sônia Guajajara is hospitalized in the ICU at InCor, SP, with suspected infectious condition

Minister Sônia Guajajara has been admitted to the ICU for investigation of an infectious condition, although her health is reportedly improving.

Mar 22 • 17:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Museum of Indigenous Peoples and Sanctuary of Saint Francis of Chagas: Discover the City of Lagoa de São Francisco

The article highlights the devotion of residents in Lagoa de São Francisco, Brazil, to their patron saint, Saint Francis of Chagas, showcasing local stories of faith and healing.

Mar 21 • 22:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sônia Guajajara will leave the ministry to run for reelection as a federal deputy for SP

Indigenous Peoples Minister Sônia Guajajara announced her resignation to campaign for reelection as a federal deputy from São Paulo, emphasizing her achievements in promoting Indigenous rights.

Mar 20 • 20:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Festival of Forest Peoples in Belém with music and films receives registrations for workshops

The Festival of Forest Peoples in Belém is currently accepting registrations for creative workshops, featuring audiovisual presentations, music, and other cultural activities focused on Amazonian indigenous and traditional communities.

Mar 20 • 13:20 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Right to Plant a 'Flag' on the Land Determines Political and Economic Power

The control of land is a key factor in political and economic power dynamics, as explored through historical and contemporary examples.

Mar 19 • 20:09 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Ayuso contradicts the King on conquest: 'Abuses were those committed by Aztecs and Mayans against the indigenous population'

Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Community of Madrid, disagrees with King Felipe VI's acknowledgment of abuses during the Spanish conquest of America, asserting that similar abuses were committed by the Aztecs and Mayans against indigenous peoples.

Mar 18 • 17:46 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Lytton wildfire rebuild lacked legal framework from province, auditor general says

A report highlights that British Columbia's lack of a legal framework hindered the recovery efforts in Lytton following the devastating 2021 wildfire.

Mar 17 • 20:47 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Spain admits to abuses during colonization of the Americas

The King of Spain acknowledged the abuses committed during the colonization of the Americas, emphasizing that historical ideals did not meet the reality faced by indigenous peoples.

Mar 17 • 19:05 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘Mañanera’ conference of Claudia Sheinbaum today, March 17: Follow it live here

Claudia Sheinbaum, the president of Mexico, leads the 'mañanera' press conference on March 17, potentially addressing Spain's historical abuses during the conquest of the Americas and other current issues.

Mar 17 • 12:44 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

King of Spain, Felipe VI, acknowledged that there was "much abuse" during the conquest of America

King Felipe VI of Spain admitted that there were significant abuses during the Spanish conquest of America, although he noted a desire for protection towards Indigenous peoples by the Crown.

Mar 16 • 15:48 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

2nd Place Clarín SCA Award for Students 2026: Museum of Indigenous Peoples

This article discusses a student project proposing a museum in Delta del Tigre that showcases sculptures reflecting the culture of Argentina's Indigenous peoples.

Mar 16 • 12:57 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

High Seas Treaty Needs to Give Voice to Indigenous Peoples, Not Just Use Their Knowledge, Experts Advocate

Experts argue that the implementation of the High Seas Treaty will succeed only if it actively includes indigenous voices in the decision-making processes.

Mar 13 • 16:16 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ecuador's Government Provides 10,000 Scholarships and Allocates $1.3 Million for 12 Productive Projects for Peoples and Nationalities

The Ecuadorian government has launched a program providing 10,000 scholarships and funding for community projects worth over $1.3 million in an event attended by President Daniel Noboa.

Mar 12 • 15:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rafael Barbosa's new mandate at the Public Defender's Office in Amazonas will focus on indigenous peoples and traditional populations

Rafael Barbosa has been sworn in for a new term at the Public Defender's Office of Amazonas, emphasizing a focus on serving indigenous peoples and traditional communities.

Mar 12 • 13:01 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Exhibition claiming 'Ainu are not indigenous people' troubles Sapporo city management

An upcoming exhibition in Sapporo that asserts the Ainu people are not indigenous has led to concerns and protests from the Ainu community.

Mar 11 • 08:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘A pleasant discovery’: Historic mural restored at Edmonton housing conversion site

A historic mural celebrating Indigenous peoples in Edmonton has been restored and is now on display after being hidden for over 30 years during renovations of the former Charles Camsell hospital.

Mar 10 • 21:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Folha, it's the indigenous people who bring order to our chaos

A Yanomami leader describes the cooperative ways in which Indigenous peoples navigate the forest, contrasting them with the destructive practices of industrial projects in the Amazon.

Mar 9 • 01:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Real Ice Kingdom. How the Only European Indigenous People Inspired Disney – and Achieved Respect

The article discusses how a unique group of Indigenous people in Europe inspired Disney's portrayal of ice kingdoms, gaining respect in the process.

Mar 7 • 10:14 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian Identity Was Born from the Mixture of Four Continents

The concept of Brazilian identity emerges from the unique blend of diverse cultural influences from Africa, indigenous peoples, Japan, and Europe.

Mar 2 • 19:56 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Aimar Ventsel: About Darja’s Fate in the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia

Aimar Ventsel discusses the arrest of indigenous rights activist Darja Jegereva in Russia, highlighting the impact of the Russian regime's repressive policies.

Mar 2 • 11:21 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Three Powers: Indigenous people of Tapajós are the winners of the week; son of Lula is the loser

Indigenous peoples from the Tapajós region successfully pressured the Lula government to revoke a decree concerning waterways in the Amazon.

Feb 28 • 15:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Clara Brugada inaugurates 'Pioneers of 71' fields; asks for the World Cup to be brought to all territories

Clara Brugada inaugurated three soccer fields in San Lucas Xochimanca, emphasizing inclusivity for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

Feb 27 • 23:22 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

TOOMAS TRAPIDO ⟩ Indigenous Peoples or Do We Belong to Our Land?

The article explores the concept of indigenous peoples and whether Estonians can consider themselves an indigenous people in the 21st century.

Feb 27 • 22:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Funai approves delimitation of the Nawa Indigenous Land in the interior of Acre

The Brazilian National Foundation for Indigenous Peoples (Funai) has approved the delimitation of the Nawa Indigenous Land, recognizing the traditional occupation of the Nawa/Kapanawa people.

Feb 27 • 20:42 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Mexico is addictive. Eva Kubátová describes local witchcraft and unacknowledged racism against Indians

Eva Kubátová describes the allure of Mexico, highlighting its unique witchcraft culture and the underlying racism faced by Indigenous peoples.

Feb 27 • 12:41 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Solidarity in the Arctic Circle: Indigenous peoples united against Trump's threats

Indigenous peoples in the Arctic Circle are uniting in response to concerns over Donald Trump's ambitions for Greenland.

Feb 27 • 12:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Focusing on indigenous and quilombola peoples, the 4th edition of Frestas starts this week in Sorocaba

The 4th edition of the Frestas Triennial of Arts kicks off at Sesc Sorocaba this week, emphasizing contemporary art and indigenous cultures.

Feb 26 • 18:10 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Secretariat of Peoples Indicates that Elected Board of Fenocin 'Does Not Comply' with Registration Requirements

The Secretariat of Peoples and Nationalities has given ten days to the newly elected president of Fenocin, Guido Perugachi, to meet registration requirements before the board is officially recognized.

Feb 25 • 23:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Portugal and the violence against indigenous peoples

The article discusses the limited understanding and stereotypes Portuguese people have regarding Brazilian indigenous communities, highlighting a stagnation in public debate around the issue in Portugal.

Feb 25 • 22:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Where do the Shompens live in India, who have been seen by very few people until now

The Shompens are a mysterious tribe living in the Great Nicobar Island of India, remaining largely isolated from modern society.

Feb 24 • 07:04 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Mound believed to shed light on the lives of indigenous peoples of Central and South America

An archaeological mound in Iceland is being closely studied to gain insights into the lives of indigenous populations in the Americas.

Feb 21 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

We Want the Tapajós River Alive

Indigenous peoples in the Lower Tapajós region protest against dredging activities by Cargill, claiming the company disregards their presence and rights.

Feb 20 • 23:52 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Canada advises Indigenous peoples to carry passports when traveling to the U.S.

Canada has updated its guidelines to recommend that Indigenous peoples traveling to the U.S. should now obtain a valid passport, in addition to their previously accepted status cards.

Feb 20 • 19:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cultural Experience Brings Together Indigenous Peoples and Highlights Women's Leadership in Village in AC

The Sitoakore Indigenous Women's Organization is holding its fifth Cultural Experience in an indigenous village in Acre, emphasizing women's roles and traditional practices.

Feb 20 • 18:50 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

How the Luleå Biennale will highlight indigenous peoples: 'There are tensions'

The Luleå Biennale aims to strengthen the role of art and artists in society by featuring indigenous artists from around the world to explore cultural futures in northern regions.

Feb 20 • 15:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Losing a field is losing a life': the drama of indigenous peoples in Amapá caused by the cassava's witches broom

'Losing a field is losing a life' reflects the plight of Amapá's indigenous communities facing devastation from a plant disease affecting their cassava crops.

Feb 20 • 08:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Samba Schools of Corumbá Showcase Diversity, Legends, and Ancestry in Two Days of Parades

The samba schools of Corumbá paraded over two nights, highlighting themes of ancestry, Afro-Brazilian culture, indigenous peoples, and local identity.

Feb 17 • 18:23 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Salomón Jara attends the inauguration of the sports games in San Melchor Betaza

Governor Salomón Jara Cruz inaugurated the sports games in San Melchor Betaza, celebrating the pride and tradition of indigenous peoples through a public athletic event.

Feb 16 • 03:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

In Gaviões da Fiel parade, Minister Sônia Guajajara criticizes time frame and defends indigenous territories

Minister Sônia Guajajara spoke against the temporal framework that affects indigenous land rights during the Gaviões da Fiel parade.

Feb 15 • 05:25 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Salomón Jara leads the 2026 Serrana Guelaguetza

Oaxaca Governor Salomón Jara Cruz presided over the 2026 Serrana Guelaguetza, emphasizing the cultural pride and identity of the region's indigenous peoples.

Feb 15 • 05:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Blue Forest: Gaviões Remains Faithful and Avoids Green in Theme About Indigenous Peoples Due to Rivalry with Palmeiras

The Gaviões da Fiel school of samba showcased a blue and silver forest theme, omitting green to honor its historical rivalry with Palmeiras, while celebrating the legacy of indigenous peoples.

Feb 15 • 04:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Deriva, National Museum of Indigenous Peoples Suffers Institutional Erosion

The National Museum of Indigenous Peoples in Brazil is experiencing institutional erosion, facing administrative fragility and neglect despite recent changes in leadership.

Feb 14 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

ROY STRIDER ⟩ Our Parliament has given hope to the oppressed indigenous peoples of the world

The Estonian Parliament has adopted a significant declaration in support of Tibetan children's rights with unanimous backing.

Feb 12 • 16:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UFPI announces selection process for indigenous peoples, quilombolas, and babaçu coconut breakers

The Federal University of Piauí has announced a new selection process for indigenous peoples, quilombolas, and babaçu coconut breakers for undergraduate courses, with seats expected to open in August.

Feb 11 • 21:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court orders Funai and Santo Antônio Energia to compensate for environmental damage to indigenous peoples in Rondônia

A federal court in Rondônia has ordered measures to be taken by Funai and Santo Antônio Energia to remedy environmental damages inflicted on indigenous communities by a hydroelectric plant.

Feb 11 • 13:55 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

More than 100 B.C. First Nations urge Eby to uphold DRIPA or risk backslide

Over 100 First Nations in British Columbia have urged Premier David Eby to uphold the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act amid potential amendments.

Feb 10 • 20:24 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"IT WAS NOT US WHO CLAIMED THERE WAS A SAMI RACE!"

Sami-Norwegian author Kathrine Nedrejord has written a novel that serves as a passionate manifesto against Norway's historical oppression of the indigenous Sami people.

Feb 8 • 15:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Indigenous peoples, marine preservation, periphery, and the game of beasts: samba schools enchant on the 2nd day of parades in Santos

Eight samba schools paraded in Santos, Brazil, showcasing various themes including indigenous peoples and cultural heritage despite challenging weather conditions.

Feb 8 • 09:38 UTC

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