81st Ordinary Session of the African Court Opens in Arusha
The African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights on Monday, 1 June 2026, opened its 81st Ordinary Session at its Seat in Arusha, United..
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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.KEY RESOURCES
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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
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Legal aid policy
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Form to be listed on the roster of counsel
Roster of counsel
Code of conduct
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