October 23, 2024

The Rights of Marginalized and Vulnerable Groups: The Case of Women in Religion, Tradition, and Culture

The discussion moderated by Commissioner Litha Musyimi-Ogana in our recent training of religious and traditional leaders highlighted the critical role of the Maputo Protocol in safeguarding […]
October 23, 2024

Presentation on Civil Society as a Key Actor in Regional Human Rights Mechanisms Addressing Advocacy and Associated Risks

Madam Hannah Forster, Executive Director of the African Centre for Democracy and Human Rights Studies (ACDHRS), delivered an insightful presentation on the pivotal role Civil Society […]
October 23, 2024

ACHPR Focal Point on State Reporting to the African Commission for Human and Peoples’ Rights

Dr. Mohammed Djalel Benabdoun, the ACHPR Focal Point on State Reporting, provided an in-depth overview of the framework guiding state reporting to the African Commission on […]
October 24, 2024

Human Rights Education and Empowerment of People in Vulnerable Situations in Africa: Promoting Sexual and Reproductive Rights and Preventing Gender-Based Violence

Introduction A panel discussion was held at the recently concluded NGOs Forum, which preceded the 81st ordinary session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ […]
October 24, 2024

Safeguarding Civil Liberties: Addressing the Challenges of Freedom of Assembly, Expression, and Movement

A panel discussion titled “Safeguarding Civil Liberties: Addressing the Challenges of Freedom of Assembly, Expression, and Movement” was held during the recent NGOs Forum, which preceded […]
October 24, 2024

October 2024 NGOs Forum: State Reporting and Shadow Reporting

The session on “State Reporting and Shadow Reporting,” moderated by Corlette Letlojane, highlighted the obligations of states to submit reports as mandated by international and regional […]