Ayesha Kajee
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The ICC needs the backing of regional states and the full support of the UN if it is to secure the arrest of leaders of the Lords Resistance Army.
There are widespread fears that the eventual loser in the presidential race will revert to violence.
Even if Robert Mugabe steps aside, unpicking the damage done to Zimbabwe’s political fabric will be a complex task.
While African civil society mobilises in solidarity with Zimbabweans, governments and regional bodies remain silent.
While the world’s attention is fixed on the Darfur killing fields, eastern Sudan struggles to cope with nearly 200,00 displaced people.
Diplomats placing fragile hope in plans for extended African Union mission, with logistical and financial support from UN.
Sweden offers a prison cell as debate continues over where former Liberian leader Charles Taylor should stand trial.
Arraignment of Congolese militia leader welcomed by many campaigners as milestone in protection of children’s rights.