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African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
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End of the Submission Period for Written and Oral Testimonies to the Fact-Finding Mission on Sudan

The next phase of the Fact-Finding Mission will involve the analysis and assessment of the collected information, ensuring that all documented violations are accurately reflected in the final report

The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) announces the end of the submission period for written and oral testimonies to the Fact-Finding Mission (FFM) on Sudan, which officially ended on 28 March 2025. Since the launch of the call for submissions, the FFM has received a significant number…

African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
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Press Release on the Human Rights Promotion Mission to the Republic of Seychelles

During the Mission, the delegation will meet with a cross-section of human rights actors in the country

The Secretariat of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (the Secretariat) wishes to inform the general public that the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (the Commission), upon authorization of the Government by the Republic of Seychelles (Seychelles), is scheduled to undertake a Promotion Mission to Seychelles…

African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
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Statement By the Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Women in Africa on the Occasion of the International Women's Day

Africa has witnessed remarkable strides in advancing the rights and empowerment of women and girls, demonstrating the continent’s resilience and commitment to gender equality

On this momentous occasion of International Women’s Day 2025, the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR), through its Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Women in Africa (SRRWA), stands at a pivotal juncture in the global pursuit of gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. This…

African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
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The African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights and the African Union Advisory Board Against Corruption have signed a Cooperation Agreement

The partnership aims to strengthen cooperation in addressing human rights violations and combating corruption, fostering enhanced institutional synergies and a unified approach to driving sustainable development, peace, and accountability across the continent

Today, on the sidelines of the African Union Summit, the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (ACHPR), led by Honourable Chairperson - Prof. Remy Ngoy Lumbu at policy level and Executive Secretary Mme. Abiola Idowu-Ojo at technical level, and the African Union Advisory Board on Corruption (AUABC), led by…

African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
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Press release on the death of nearly 25 migrants off the coast of the Union of the Comoros

The Commission is all the more alarmed because this is the third tragedy in recent months to have occurred in the same area and under similar conditions

The African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (the Commission) has learned with deep regret of the death of nearly 25 migrants, including women and children, following the sinking of their boat between the archipelago of the Comoros and the island of Mayotte, which they were trying to reach via…

African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
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African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR) Focal Point on the Study on Human and Peoples’ Rights and Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics and other new technologies convening Consultation Meeting on the Study in Kigali, Rwanda

The draft study will be made publicly available for enabling the wider public to provide input

The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) Focal Point on the Study on human and peoples’ rights and Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics and other new and emerging technologies in Africa (the Study), Honourable Commissioner Solomon Ayele Dersso, will convene Consultation Meeting on the draft study in Kigali, Rwanda…

African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
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Press release on the Promotion Mission in the Republic of Cabo Verde

The mission aims, among other objectives, to engage in dialogue with key stakeholders to exchange views on improving the enjoyment of human rights in the country

The African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (the Commission) wishes to inform all stakeholders and the public that, following an invitation from the Government of the Republic of Cabo Verde, it is currently undertaking a promotion mission in this State Party to the African Charter on Human and Peoples'…

African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
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Mauritania: Press release on the death of more than 25 migrants off the coast of Nouakchott

The Commission is deeply saddened by the tragic shipwreck of a boat carrying around 300 migrants off the coast of Nouakchott, in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, which killed more than 25 people

The African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (the Commission) is closely monitoring the situation of migrants on the continent and the extreme risks they face, particularly in the context of the increase in migratory flows via the West Atlantic route, notably from Senegal, Mauritania, and Gambia to the Canary…

African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
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Press Statement on the occasion of the "Pan-African Women's Day"

As part of investing in women and accelerating progress, a strong focus on education is essential to realizing the vision of Agenda 2063 and creating a future where African women are empowered

As we commemorate the 2024 Pan African Women’s Day under the theme "Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress," the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, through the Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Women in Africa, reaffirms its unwavering commitment to advancing gender equality, empowering women and girls, and upholding…

African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
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Statement of the Catastrophic Floods in Kenya

The African Commission expresses its sadness about the death of 200 people and the displacement of 150,000 others and sends its deep condolences to the families and communities affected by such loss of lives

The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (the Commission), through Commissioner Solomon Ayele Dersso, the Country Rapporteur on Human Rights in the Republic of Kenya, follows with profound concern the destructive floods affecting parts of the Republic of Kenya since 18 April, 2024.  The African Commission expresses its sadness…

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