THE PURSUIT OF JUSTICE: EXAMINING THE AFRICAN COURT OF JUSTICE AND HUMAN RIGHTS' EFFORTS TO PROSECUTE AND PUNISH INTERNATIONAL CRIMES - MYTH OR REALITY?
Abstract
The African Court of Justice and Human Rights (ACJHR) plays a crucial role in the pursuit of justice for international crimes committed in Africa. This study critically examines the efforts of the ACJHR to prosecute and punish international crimes and investigates whether it is a myth or a reality. By analyzing legal frameworks, relevant cases, and scholarly literature, the research explores the challenges faced by the ACJHR and evaluates its achievements in holding perpetrators accountable. The findings contribute to the ongoing discourse on international criminal justice and shed light on the effectiveness of the ACJHR in addressing impunity for grave human rights violations.
Keywords
African Court of Justice and Human Rights, international crimes, prosecutionHow to Cite
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