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The African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights to host the fourth International Human Rights Forum, 3 – 4 March 2026

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Arusha, 26 February 2026: The African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights (AfCHPR) will host the Fourth International Human Rights Forum, bringing together the..

Opening of the 2026 Judicial Year and launch of the 20th anniversary commemoration at the 80th Ordinary Session of the African Court: 2 – 6 February 2026

Judge Blaise Tchikaya -Republic of Congo

African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights elects new President

African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights (AfCHPR) – Press briefing on the Court’s work and on 20th anniversary commemorations (2006-2026)

2-27 March 2026 – 80th Ordinary Session of the African Court

Commemoration of the 20th Anniversary of the Court (2006-2026)

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LATEST DECISIONS

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FOCUS AREAS

Judgments and Advisory Opinions

The Court ensures access to justice by hearing cases, issuing binding decisions and authoritative advisory opinions on human and peoples’ rights across the continent.

Compliance with Decisions

The Court regularly assesses the status of compliance with its decisions and reports on the same to the African Union policy organs to ensure robust accountability in the African human rights system.

Sensitization and Public Outreach Missions

Through Sensitization missions in African Union Member States, the Court raises awareness about its mandate, role andprocedures, and to encourage Member States to ratify the Court’s Protocol and deposit the Declaration under Article 34(6) of the Protocol recognizing the competence of the Court to receive cases filed by individuals and NGOs.

Legal Resources and Publications

The Court provides its procedural texts, decisions, law reports, activity reports and other publications on its website, contributing to the development of human rights jurisprudence in Africa, fostering a deeper understanding of itw work and enhancing legal research.

Partnerships and Collaborations

The Court collaborates with African Union organs, regional and International Courts, national bodies, civil society, and international institutions to promote human and people’s rights and strengthen judicial cooperation.

KEY RESOURCES

Basic documents

How to file a case?

Legal aid

African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights

Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights

Rules of Court

Practice Directions

How to file a case

Form for parties

Follow up activities

Legal aid policy

Legal aid forms

Form to be listed on the roster of counsel

Roster of counsel

Code of conduct

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RATIFICATIONS & DECLARATIONS

VIDEO GALLERY

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Joint Complementarity Retreat between the African Court and the African Commission

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Event reflection - The 2nd Tripartite Judicial Dialogue between the Continental and Regional Courts

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Stocktaking of the implementation of resolutions - The 2nd Tripartite Judicial Dialogue

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Activity Reports

The annual Activity Report of the African Court highlights key achievements, activities, challenges, and outcomes throughout the year.

Law Reports

Report of judgments, orders, and advisory opinions of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights, detailing all decisions of the Court.

Year Book

A joint publication to spearhead studies on the promotion and protection of human rights and foster constructive engagement about the African human rights system.

Joint Law Report

Joint law reports featuring the African Court, European Court, and Inter-American Court, showcasing key rulings and legal precedents.

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