Institutional abuse under spotlight as Suhakam urged to hold inquiry into Daim probe
A six-page report submitted to the Human Rights Commission lists a series of actions by Anwar Ibrahim, MACC and the police that violate due process and rule of law.
Black flags in the face of eviction
Residents of Kampung Sungai Baru in the heart of Kuala Lumpur march to the Malaysian Human Rights Commission (Suhakam) office to submit a memorandum in protest of their July 16 eviction.
Suhakam barred from jail probe in first obstruction in 25 years
It comes just days after the arrest of two activists for turning up at the home ministry to hand over a memorandum on prisoners' rights.
Rally should be allowed, says Suhakam as govt attempts to block anti-graft protest near Sogo
The rights commission reiterates growing criticism of the government and police in attempt to stop rally
Israel's biblical rights? Human rights are universal
No state should invoke religious doctrine to deny human rights to others.
Suhakam alarmed by Sabah government's stance on controversial citizenship changes
The government's human rights monitor again calls for the proposed changes to be dropped.
Suhakam slams AG's 'deafening silence' over attack on deaf driver
The government's rights commission says Ong Ing Keong's case is an example of the neglect of human rights for vulnerable groups.
Pressure mounts on police, AG as attacker of deaf Grab driver still not charged
Suhakam joins public anger over the lack of action against a police officer despite clear evidence captured on camera.
Suhakam chief resigns, no reason given
The move comes after months of pressure from a faction in the rights body calling for his replacement.
No rules barring Suhakam commissioner from running for election, says Zahid
The Barisan Nasional chairman says he reviewed the matter with lawyers before nominating Hasnal Rezua Merican for the state seat of Kuang in Selangor.
Suhakam joins criticism of proposed amendments to citizenship laws
The Human Rights Commission of Malaysia says children should be regarded as 'full rights-holder individuals' with the right to acquire Malaysian citizenship.
Factionalism splits Suhakam as campaign to oust chairman gains pace
This comes as Rahmat Mohamad fights accusations of racial bias a year after his appointment by the previous government.
