International Commission of Jurists
South Sudan: Introduction

South Sudan: Introduction

Jun 10, 2014

In South Sudan, despite unambiguous provisions in the Constitution and the law, the principle of an independent and impartial judiciary is not yet respected in practice. Among other things, the ICJ was informed of a number of incidents of interference and harassment...
South Sudan: Introduction

South Sudan

Jun 10, 2014

In South Sudan, despite unambiguous provisions in the Constitution and the law, the principle of an independent and impartial judiciary is not yet respected in practice. Among other things, the ICJ was informed of a number of incidents of interference and harassment...
South Sudan: Introduction

Swaziland: Prosecutors

Jun 10, 2014

Prosecutors play a crucial role in the administration of justice, which they must fulfil fairly, consistently and expeditiously in accordance with the law. International standards underscore that they must respect and protect human dignity and uphold human...
South Sudan: Introduction

Swaziland: Lawyers

Jun 9, 2014

Lawyers fulfil an essential function in protecting human rights and ensuring the fair and effective administration of justice. An independent legal profession is one of the pillars upon which respect for human rights and the rule of law rests. UN Basic Principles on...
South Sudan: Introduction

Swaziland: Judges

Jun 9, 2014

It is fundamental to the rule of law, to the right to a fair trial, the right to liberty and security of person, and to the right to effective remedy for violations of human rights, that individual judges and the judiciary as a whole must be independent and...
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