Kyrgyzstan: the ICJ welcomes new investigation into the case against human rights defender Azimzhan Askarov
The ICJ today welcomed the decision of Oktyabrskiy Court of Bishkek to reopen the investigation in the case against Azimzhan Askarov.
Swaziland: trial of human rights lawyer Thulani Maseko and journalist Bheki Makhubu commences
On Tuesday 22 April 2014 Judge Mpendulo Simelane began hearing evidence in the High Court in Swaziland in the trial of human rights lawyer Thulani Maseko and journalist Bheki Makhubu for contempt of court.
Malaysia: ICJ saddened by death of prominent lawyer and human rights defender Karpal Singh
Karpal Singh, a prominent Malaysian lawyer, human rights defender and parliamentarian who fought courageously for equality, justice and democracy in the country, was killed in a road accident.
Myanmar: Introduction
Myanmar has thus far failed to ratify most human rights treaties. Judicial independence is provided for in law, but not respected in practice. In particular, the degree of control exercised by the Executive over the appointment process and the lack of transparency...
Swaziland: ICJ concerned at moves to re-arrest human rights defenders Thulani Maseko and Bheki Makhubu
The ICJ is gravely concerned at reports that fresh arrest warrants have been issued for human rights lawyer Thulani Maseko and journalist Bheki Makhubu following efforts by the court to have them remanded in custody.
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