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ICC - International Criminal Court
Years active: 2005-2015
IWPR is at the forefront of media interventions in situations of human suffering and mass abuses around the world. It gives a voice to the vulnerable and delivers crucial analysis on conflict and impunity to both a local and global audience. As the leading news agency reporting on international justice and human rights, IWPR makes an important contribution to the value and effectiveness of local judicial mechanisms as well as international legal institutions such as the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Bemba's CAR Visit Allegedly Led to Drop in Crimes
ICC trial hears how abuses by Congolese troops diminished after the accused spoke to them.
Two Kenyan Suspects Off The Hook?
Despite prosecutor’s pledge to look again at rejected cases, focus now likely to shift to trials of four others accused of election violence.
Witness Speaks of Rape Ordeal
Prosecution witness says she tested positive for HIV after 2002 attack.
Can Kiir Cut It as President of New State?
Many ex-African rebel leaders have failed as statesmen - but the South Sudan leader may buck the trend.
Human Rights Warning Over South Sudan
Security force excesses need to be curbed otherwise independence hopes may turn sour, observers say.
Witness Claims DRC Soldiers Raped Her
Prosecutors allege Congolese soldiers led by Bemba committed widespread abuses in CAR.
Uganda Ruling Small Victory in Gay Struggle
Court bans media outing of homosexuals, but they remain a vulnerable, oppressed community.