Arusha, 10 November 2025: The African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights (AfCHPR) will convene its 79th Ordinary Session from 17 November to 5 December 2025 in Arusha, United Republic of Tanzania.
The Court will consider applications pending before it and hold deliberations on other related judicial matters.
The Court will continue preparations for its 20th Anniversary Commemorations in 2026, which will feature a year-long series of activities across the continent, highlighting the Court’s achievements, challenges and contribution to protecting human and peoples’ rights over the past two decades.
The activities will include a variety of public outreach, educational and visibility activities designed to raise awareness about the Court’s work, deepen understanding of its mandate, and promote access to justice across the continent.
The anniversary commemorations will also further serve as a moment to acknowledge and appreciate the valuable contributions of Member States, partners and other stakeholders who have supported the Court’s mission and mandate over the past two decades.
Further information and outcomes from the Ordinary Session will be shared through the Court’s official communication platforms.
NOTES FOR EDITORS:
- The African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights (AfCHPR) is an organ of the African Union established by African Union Member States to ensure the protection of human and peoples’ rights in Africa.
- The Court complements and reinforces the functions of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights.
- The Court is composed of eleven Judges, nationals of Member States of the African Union elected in their individual capacity.
- The Court meets four times a year in Ordinary Sessions and may hold Extra-Ordinary Sessions.
Further information on the Court can be obtained from
www.african-court.org Telephone: +255 680 500 555
For further inquiries: Deputy Registrar, Ms Grace Wakio Kakai – Grace.Wakio@african-court.org
For media inquiries: Mrs. Chipiliro Kansilanga Ngue – Senior Information & Communication Officer and Head of Communication Unit Chipiliro.Kansilanga@african-court.org
