On 25 Sept @upchr.bsky.social and PsySSA appear before RSA’s Constitutional Court as amici curiae in a landmark case on consent in sexual offences. Their submissions call for a survivor centric, intersectional approach to consent. Read more here: www.chr.up.ac.za/press-statem...

[Invitation] @upchr.bsky.social invite you to a hybrid roundtable for Cybersecurity Awareness Month. RSVP/Join online :https://www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4196-invitation-roundtable-on-cybersecurity-and-the-digital-rights-of-marginalised-groups-in-africa

Women are shaping justice across generations! At a recent FEMNET & Co-Impact dialogue in Nairobi, #HRDA alumnae Awa Gai (2023) & Henrietta Ekefre (2015) shared how the programme empowered their journeys as feminist lawyers advancing #GenderJustice and #HumanRights across Africa.

On 24 July 2025, the @upchr.bsky.social and Oxford University hosted the Christof Heyns Human Rights Lecture, honouring his legacy scholar & advocate. Read more: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4183-third-christof-heyns-memorial-lecture-held-in-oxford-addresses-contemporary-human-rights-challenges

[Press Statement] This week, @upchr.bsky.social & DOI join civil society in the Western Cape High Court as Amicus Curiae in a landmark case challenging laws that criminalise sex work. We’re calling for decriminalisation and highlighting its impact on women of low socio-economic status.

[Expression of interest] The African Human Rights Law Journal is looking to add one or two new members to its editorial team. Apply before 30 September 2025

[Vacancy] In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria invite applications for the vacancy Assistant Director. Apply online: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4168-vacancy-centre-for-human-rights-assistant-director-operations-one-year-renewable-contract .

Join the Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters for a webinar exploring Female Genital Mutilation in Africa: Politics of Criminalisation, a new book edited by Dr Satang Nabaneh . www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

[Call for Papers] The African Coalition for Academic Freedom is inviting academic staff across the continent to take part in a dialogue on academic freedom in Africa. 12–14 November 2025 | Deadline: 31 August 2025 | Submit to: [email protected] acafafrica.org/event/confer...

[Happening Today] The International Conference of the 34th Christof Heyns #AfricanMoot explores statelessness, citizenship & protest, and how we teach African human rights law. #HumanRights #Statelessness #CHRUP #UCTLaw

👀In case you missed it, the recording of RELX’s SDG Inspiration Day panel is now available. HURIDOCS ED, Danna Ingleton, joined a powerful conversation on how philanthropy can help build just, inclusive, and accountable institutions.🔥 👉Watch the full session here: huridocs.org/2025/06/huri...

Two members of parliament in Eswatini are serving 25 and 18 year prison sentences for supporting peaceful calls for reform. Mduduzi Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube stood with the people. Their arrest is a blow to democracy and justice. Sign petition: www.change.org/p/free-pro-d...

ISLA seeks to appoint a Language Justice Officer to support our work in Francophone West Africa. The Language Justice Officer will be responsible for language justice, providing translation and interpretation services for ISLA internally. Apply online: www.the-isla.org/application-...

ISLA seeks to appoint a Legal Manager to lead their work in Francophone West Africa. The Legal Manager will lead the Feminist Litigation Network in FWA, establishing and strengthening our partnerships in FWA, and developing a strategy for Network Development in FWA. www.the-isla.org/fln-in-franc...

Today, @upchr.bsky.social joins the global call to confront the rising threat of hate speech intensified by artificial intelligence and digital platforms. Read full statement: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

Students who have completed their doctoral studies in law at an African University in 2024 are encouraged to submit their theses for consideration for the Christof Heyns Memorial Thesis Award. The winning thesis will be published by PULP Law Press. www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

[Op-Ed] In a powerful piece, Tamika Thumbiran reflects on the tragic murder of Olorato Mongale, yet another femicide in a country haunted by its failure to protect women. Read full Op-Ed: www.chr.up.ac.za/opinion-piec...

The organisers of the 8th International Conference on the Right to Development invites submissions for the upcoming conference under the theme: "Critical Minerals and the Right to Development". 🛑 Deadline for Abstracts: 17 August 2025 For more intel visit: www.chr.up.ac.za/bhr-news-and...

@upchr.bsky.social is accepting applications for a training on litigating sexual and reproductive health and rights claims before national and regional mechanisms in Africa. Apply online before 7 June 2025 www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

Join the HRDA Alumni Association for a Specialised Blog Writing Workshop designed to boost your professional writing skills and sharpen your voice on human rights issues in Africa. Wednesday, 4 June 2025 | 14:30 – 16:00 SAST Platform: Zoom Register on Zoom - www.chr.up.ac.za/news/latest-...

On 28 May 2025, @upchr.bsky.social hosted the launch of the "Access to Information in Africa Newsletter." The identified strategic priorities for the future of Access to Information in Africa. Read more: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4066-newsletter-launch-advancing-access-to-information-in-africa

With a view to advancing the implementation of the #CRPD and the #AfricanDisabilityProtocol, this convening served as a collaborative platform for stakeholders to exchange best practices and raise awareness of the barriers hindering access to justice for persons with disabilities

🌍 African States must do more to realize the rights of Persons with Disabilities! A new report by @icjurists.bsky.social reveals that #PersonsWithDisabilities across #Africa continue to face systemic, legal and social barriers that prevent them from fully enjoying their fundamental rights.

👩‍⚖️👨‍⚖️Another @icjurists.bsky.social workshop brought EU judges together to discuss justice for children - calling for stronger safeguards, regular sentence reviews, proper individual assessments & mandatory training. Read more: www.icj.org/eu-judges-di... #JuvenileJustice #ACCESSproject

🔎New ICJ report spotlights urgent gaps in #disabilityrights across Africa. Nderitu Macharia, Legal Advisor to the International Commission of Jurists - Africa, explains why this report is important. 👉You can download the report here: www.icj.org/resource/afr...

Although the report focuses on 9 States, its recommendations are broadly applicable across the wider African context—especially now that the #AfricanDisabilityProtocol has entered into force. 🔍 Learn more: www.icj.org/african-regi... #AfricaRegion #DisabilityRights #InclusiveAfrica

“The findings in the report should go a long way in strengthening advocacy efforts by organizations of persons with disabilities and other stakeholders, both at the country level before regional mechanisms...” said Wilson Macharia, ICJ Legal Adviser. 💬

📌 Despite some progress, African authorities still have a long road ahead to fully realize the rights of persons with disabilities. The new ICJ report reveals a disconnection between commitments and realities in the implementation of the #CRPD across nine sub-Saharan States.

💡We have a resource library to support your work in human rights documentation. Dive in! 🔗 huridocs.org/resource-lib... 💡If you are looking for tailored support, don’t hesitate to reach out. @huridocs.org works closely with partners to develop documentation strategies to meet their specific needs.

Missed the @icjurists.bsky.social webinar on litigation before the CJEU? Watch the full recording now! The webinar looks at litigation strategies to protect migrant children from detention including preliminary rulings and infringement procedures 🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6VI...

🇱🇾 #Libya The ICJ urges Libyan authorities to investigate the recent discovery of more than 50 unidentified bodies in the morgue of Abu Salim hospital & the alleged discovery of mass graves at Abu Salim zoo. Those responsible must be held accountable for such atrocities. 👇 www.icj.org/libya-invest...

[Invitation] Join @upchr.bsky.social for a hybrid discussion on a landmark judgment reaffirming the rights of persons with albinism. Thursday, 5 June 2025 | 14:00–15:30 SAST Register on Zoom www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4064-webinar-invitation-enforcement-of-rights-of-persons-with-albinism

Contribute to the next edition of the Sexual and Reproductive Rights in Africa (SRRA) Digest, a quarterly platform by @upchr.bsky.social spotlighting emerging SRHR issues in Africa. 🔗 Submit articles, case reviews, interviews and updates For more ℹvisit: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

[Call for Papers] Volume 28 of the Yearbook of International Humanitarian Law seeks contributions that analyse the interplay between facts and IHL from doctrinal, critical or normative perspectives. ⛔ Deadline for abstract - 13 June 2025 www.asser.nl/research/

Join us for a landmark African-Caribbean dialogue exploring strategies for reparations, restoration, and renaissance. Date: 2–3 June 2025 Venue: Future Africa Campus, University of Pretoria www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4053-hybrid-conference-justice-through-reparations-african-caribbean-dialogue

[Invitation] @upchr.bsky.social cordially invites you to a timely panel discussion on: Opportunities and Pitfalls for Access to Justice for Women 28 May 2025 | 11:00 – 12:30 (SAST) | Via Zoom www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4054-invitation-panel-on-women-s-rights-in-practice

@upchr.bsky.social and the University of Fort Hare invite scholars to submit papers reflecting on the state of SA's democracy and the rise of coalition governance. Deadline: 15 July 2025 www.chr.up.ac.za/childrens-right-news/4052-call-for-papers-three-decades-of-democratic-rule-whither-south-africa

[News Update] @upchr.bsky.social hosts a workshop for persons with albinism on how to access justice through South Africa’s Equality Courts. www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4041-centre-hosts-training-workshop-for-persons-with-albinism-on-the-use-of-equality-courts-in-south-africa

@upchr.bsky.social, with the support of @sidasweden.bsky.social is accepting applications for its Capacity Building Workshop on Strategic Litigation and Advocacy. Apply online: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4038-call-for-applications-lgbtiq-human-rights-defenders-in-africa-capacity-building-workshop

[Press Statement] On #WorldPressFreedomDay, @upchr.bsky.social called on African states to uphold freedom of expression, protect journalists, and create safe, enabling environments for independent media. Read more: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4036-press-statement-world-press-freedom-day-2025

[Op-Ed] In their latest opinion piece, Tendai Shephard Mbanje and Cathie Matura unpack the critical issues shaping Malawi’s upcoming general elections—from economic hardship and voter apathy to the transparency of the Malawi Electoral Commission and coalition-building under the 50+1 system.

Join @upchr.bsky.social for the virtual launch of: "Female Genital Mutilation in Africa: Politics of Criminalisation" This discussion will explores legal, social, and political dimensions of FGM in Africa and complexities surrounding criminalisation.

@upchr.bsky.social and DWYPD host a workshop on strengthening RSA’s implementation of women’s rights under #CEDAW and the #MaputoProtocol. www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4015-strengthening-treaty-implementation-workshop-on-monitoring-women-s-rights-in-south-africa-under-cedaw-and-the-maputo-protocol

[Press Statement] The Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria, calls on the South African Government to advocate for peace without legitimising Russia’s illegal conduct in Ukraine. Read more: www.chr.up.ac.za/press-statem...

[Call for applications] Applications are open for the Advanced Human Rights Course on Women’s Rights in Africa! Join experts & advocates from across the continent, 13–17 May 2025. 🔗Apply online before 26 April www.chr.up.ac.za/courses/ahrc/ahrc-womens-rights-africa #WRA2025 #HumanRightsAfrica

[Op-Ed] In this op-ed Davina Murden explores the roots of recent takeovers in Guinea, Mali & Gabon—and what they mean for democracy in the region. www.chr.up.ac.za/opinion-pieces/4006-op-ed-coup-waves-in-west-africa-analysing-the-military-interventions-in-guinea-mali-and-gabon

[Happening Today] An engagement with United Nations Special Rapporteur Prof. Margaret Satterthwaite on judicial independence. The conversations unpacks what it takes to protect judges, lawyers & the rule of law — in Africa and beyond.

[UP Expert Opinion] Social media is a powerful tool for justice, but at what cost? The tragic case of Cwecwe reminds us that online activism must prioritise dignity over spectacle. Let’s amplify voices with respect, not exploitation. #DigitalActivism #JusticeForCwecwe #EthicalAdvocacy