South African Trial Brings Rape into Public View
High rates of sexual violence appear rooted in ingrained male attitudes.
Ugandan Court Upholds Museveni Victory
As expected, the Supreme Court confirms the outcome of the presidential election, but opposition leader Kizza Besigye warns the fight will go on.
Lubanga Case Signals Hope for Child Soldiers
Arraignment of Congolese militia leader welcomed by many campaigners as milestone in protection of children’s rights.
Ugandan President Gets Third Term
Final results give victory to the incumbent Yoweri Museveni with 59 per cent of the vote, as his closest challenger cries foul.
Command Responsibility Under Fire
Some say the charge is too often misused and misapplied, while others insist it is a vital way to protect human rights.
Rights Group Claims Abuse Systematic
Human rights conditions in Iraq remains dire, says Amnesty International report.
Taylor Arrest Could Herald Change for West Africa
West Africans hold their breath to see whether Liberia’s ex-leader Charles Taylor will be brought to trial.
ICC Enters Uncharted Territory
New court’s first trial throws up procedural challenges.
Moreno Ocampo on the Record
The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Luis Moreno Ocampo, speaks to IWPR about the first accused to arrive at the court - Congolese warlord Thomas Lubanga Dyilo.
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