ICC/Africa: Feb '08
Congolose outreach efforts pay off with a series of republications in leading local media.
Ugandan Rebels to Appeal ICC Warrants
Request to drop warrants against the Lord’s Resistance Army will be met with caution and scepticism.
Rebel General Insists on Amnesty Deal
Laurent Nkunda says the government must honour its pledge to grant North Kivu militias immunity from prosecution for acts of rebellion.
Land Claim Tensions Spark Violence
Five people die in an incident linked to rival land claims, as parliament debates a reform bill that landowners say will favour returning refugees.
Strike Paralyses Schools Ahead of Election
For low-paid teachers, being left out while large salary awards were offered to the security services were the last straw.
US Presidential Hopefuls Tight-Lipped on ICC
Candidates refuse to be drawn on their general stance towards the court, but pledge continued support over Darfur indictments.
Nkunda Responds to Possible ICC Indictment
In a rare interview, rebel Tutsi leader says he’s willing to face the court as long as his people can eventually live in peace.
Scepticism Over Juba Accord
Many across northern Uganda question whether the LRA is ready to lay down its arms.
Lubanga Trial Delay Concerns
Whole host of factors said to lie behind hold-up to start of ground-breaking trial.
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