On 18 September 2020, the Netherlands took the first steps to hold Syria accountable for gross human rights violations.
Read moreThe inclusion of women in peacebuilding processes within the UN agenda
20 years have passed from the adoption of Security Council Resolution 1325 and countries are still not doing enough to effectively involve women in peacebuilding.
Read moreUK Government Considers Protecting British Soldiers from Prosecution for War Crimes Committed Overseas
A controversial bill, which would limit the recourse for victims of war crimes committed by UK servicemen on tour, reaches Committee Stage and a step closer to being given royal assent.
Read moreWeakening the Avenues of Rights Protection through Government Appraisal of the Scope of Judicial Review
The British Government announced its intention to establish an independent committee to reconsider the remit for judicial review, with impacts for rule of law and human rights.
Read moreTurning a Blind Eye: South Africa Fails to Investigate Allegations of Torture in Zimbabwe
In 2014, the Constitutional Court ruled that the NPA and the SAPS have a duty to investigate and prosecute torture committed against Zimbabwean nationals. To date, little has been done.
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