Lesotho: Authorities must protect the right to freedom of expression
The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) has issued a joint statement condemning increasing acts of harassment and intimidation against journalists in Lesotho. (more…)
Partners Archives: Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA)
Lawyers’ dialogue on business involvement in human rights violation and victims’ access to justice in the Democratic Republic of Congo
The scale of human rights violations committed by the armed forces, police and rebel groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo has meant that little attention has been directed to other failings of the justice sector, including the inadequate regulation of companies and the lack of effective remedies for victims of corporate abuse of human […]
Camp : Economic, Social and Cultural Rights advocacy and litigation in Southern Africa
The ICJ has invited to a 4-day Camp around 35 experts from the SADC regions to exchange experience, identify risks, difficulties and opportunities for a better protection and enjoyment of ESC rights. (more…)
Seminar on reform of the legal system in Zimbabwe
The meeting on reform of the legal system in Zimbabwe convened by the ICJ and other human rights institutions adopted a final resolution containing a clear analysis of the situation and recommendations for reforms. (more…)