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Liberian Senate reportedly backs establishment of civil war crimes court

The document was approved by 28 of the 29 members of the Senate (upper house), local media said. The court will be tasked with prosecuting those most responsible for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed between 1989 and 2003, media said. During his swearing-in speech in January, Liberian President Joseph Boakai said that his…
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April 15, 2024
Ghana to Host Liberia’s War and Economic Crimes Court: A Milestone for Justice

Discover how Ghana’s role in hosting Liberia’s War and Economic Crimes Court signifies a step towards justice, accountability, and healing for victims of the civil conflict. Explore the challenges and expectations associated with this crucial judicial process. Ghana has been chosen as the pivotal venue for the establishment of Liberia’s War and Economic Crimes Court,…
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March 3, 2024
Three West African Nations Withdraw from ECOWAS, Citing “Inhumane” Sanctions

In a surprise move that sent shockwaves through the region, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger announced their immediate withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 28th, 2024. This unprecedented decision followed months of tensions with the regional bloc, stemming from the military coups that brought the current governments to power…
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January 28, 2024
International Criminal Court Suffers Cyberattack

The International Criminal Court (ICC) revealed that it suffered a cyberattack last week and is investigating the incident with the assistance of Dutch authorities. The ICC said it detected activity that was affecting its information systems and then took steps to respond and mitigate the impact. The Court said that it plans to strengthen its cybersecurity…
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September 20, 2023