Focus
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).
Public Confidence in Kenya's Judiciary Plummets
Recent dismissals further increase dissatisfaction with national justice system.
Expert Witness Pinpoints Kenya Arson Attacks
But defendants’ lawyers challenge accuracy of satellite imaging.
Kenya Witness Describes Rift Valley Threats, Evictions
Court hears that Kalenjin leaders urged Kikuyus to leave and go back “to their homes”.
Witness Describes "System" of Kenya Attacks
“There was someone in control” as marauding youth launched into violence, protected witness tells ICC.
Kenya's Public Wage Bill Needs Cuts
Critics say far-reaching audit is needed to streamline a system that employs some 700,000 people.
ICC Suspect Won't be Extradited Soon – Lawyer
Lawyer for former journalist is challenging arrest warrant on several fronts.
Kenyan President's Trial Adjourned Until October
Judges dismiss defendant’s bid to terminate proceedings, and give the Kenyan government six months to provide key documents.
Action Urged on ICC Witness Protection
Experts highlight security weaknesses that could endanger entire cases.
Community Meetings Address Legacy of Kenya Violence
With national courts failing to act, restorative justice is promoted as limited way of soothing victims’ pain.