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Law, accountability, and the fight against impunity.
Justice - 1 February 2026
Malian Justice Minister Welcomes New Bar Association Council Members
Bamako, January 21, 2026 - The Ministry of Justice and Human Rights hosted the presentation of the new members of the Malian Bar Association Council to Minister Mamoudou Kassogue on Wednesday.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Justice - 1 February 2026
Malian Justice Minister Meets Canadian Embassy Chargé d’Affaires
Bamako, January 24, 2026 - Minister of Justice and Human Rights, Keeper of the Seals, Mamoudou Kassogue, received Ms.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Justice - 1 February 2026
Former PM Moussa Mara Denounces Trial as Attack on Freedom
Bamako, January 19, 2026 - During an appeal hearing in Bamako, former Prime Minister Moussa Mara described the proceedings against him as “meaningless” and an attack on freedom of expression.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Justice - 24 January 2026
Political Opponent Nathanaël Onokomba Appears Before High Military Court
Kinshasa DRC, January 21, 2026 - Following his transfer to Ndolo Military Prison, young political activist Nathanaël Onokomba appeared before a magistrate of the High Military Court of Kinshasa/Gombe on Wednesday.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Justice - 24 January 2026
DRC Challenges $4 Billion Claim by US Company PayServices
Kinshasa/Washington January 14, 2026 - The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is contesting a lawsuit filed by the American firm PayServices, which seeks $4 billion in damages in a US federal court.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Justice - 24 January 2026
Lieutenant General Philémon Yav Rejects Accusations of Treason and Links to Rwanda
Kinshasa DRC, January 21, 2026 - Lieutenant General Philémon Yav Irung, former commander of the Third Defense Zone of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC), has publicly rejected accusations…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Justice - 24 January 2026
Central African Republic Court Confirms Touadéra’s Presidential Victory
Bangui, Central African Republic - January 20, 2026 - The Constitutional Court of the Central African Republic (CAR) has officially confirmed the victory of President Faustin-Archange Touadéra in the December 28, 2025…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Justice - 24 January 2026
DRC Soldier Sentenced to 20 Years of Community Service for Battlefield Videos
Ituri, January 23, 2026 - The Ituri Military Court has sentenced Captain Buba Ambwa Jean Denis, a DRC army officer, to 20 years of community service and dismissal from the military for filming and sharing videos on the…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Justice - 24 January 2026
Étienne Davignon Faces Hearing in Patrice Lumumba Assassination Case
Brussels Belgium, January 20, 2026 - The Brussels Criminal Court held a crucial hearing on Tuesday in the long-standing case surrounding the assassination of Patrice Lumumba, the first Prime Minister of independent Congo.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Justice - 24 January 2026
DRC: Family of AFC/M23 Leader Faces Arrests, Death Sentences Amid Anti-Rebel Operations
Kinshasa, January 22, 2026 - Several members of Corneille Nangaa Yobeluo’s family, the leader of the AFC/M23 rebel group, have been detained, while others have fled the Democratic Republic of Congo.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Justice - 24 January 2026
Rwanda Submits Human Rights Progress Report to the UN Highlighting Major Achievements
Kigali, Rwanda - January 21, 2026 - The Rwandan Ministry of Justice has submitted a comprehensive report to the United Nations Human Rights Office, detailing the country’s progress on 160 recommendations regarding the…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 4 min read
Justice - 24 January 2026
Close Associate of Matata Ponyo Transferred to Ndolo Prison After Four Months
Kinshasa, DRC, January 11, 2026 - After four months of detention, a close associate of Augustin Matata Ponyo has been transferred to Ndolo Military Prison.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read