Attacks on Justice 2002: Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe was in deep political and economic crisis following the onset of a violent campaign in 2000 led by “war veterans” to crush the political opposition and seize commercial farms.
Attacks on Justice 2002: Bahrain
With his accession to power as Amir in March 1999, Sheikh Hamad began an unprecedented process of political reform.
Attacks on Justice 2002: Zambia
Despite moves by officials to interfere with the judiciary in politically related cases, the country’s judges and lawyers generally strive to remain independent.
Attacks on Justice 2002: Algeria
Judges and public prosecutors are not fully independent. Political manipulation over the judiciary remains a principal concern. The judicial system does not provide for fair trials. Lawyers suffer continuous harassment by the executive.
Attacks on Justice 2002: Iran
The judiciary in Iran remained heavily under the influence of executive and religious government authorities. The functioning of Islamic Revolutionary Courts severely undermined judicial authority in the country.
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