In this interview, Kaajal Ramjathan-Keogh, Director of the Africa Programme at the International Commission of Jurists, discusses the legal concept of universal jurisdiction, its application worldwide, and why African countries should exercise universal jurisdiction for international crimes. 00:21 What is universal jurisdiction? And where has it been practiced? 02:05 What’s South Africa’s experience with universal jurisdiction? Could you shed some …
Universal jurisdiction: the challenges and opportunities of addressing international crimes
Universal jurisdiction and the challenges and opportunities of addressing international crimes in domestic courts In this interview, Nick Leddy, Head of Litigation, Legal Action Worldwide (LAW), discusses the legal concept of universal jurisdiction, and how his organisation aims to address international crimes in domestic courts across the globe. 00:33 What is universal jurisdiction in the context of international criminal law? …
Practicing journalism amidst hate speech and incitement to violence
In this interview, Christine Nguku, a veteran Kenyan broadcast journalist and the Assistant Director of Training and Curriculum Development, Media Council of Kenya, discusses the responsibilities of Sudanese journalists in an environment filled with hate speech and incitement to violence. She also discusses the journey of Kenyan media as it professionalised in the wake of Kenya’s 2007/2008 post-election violence. Time …
Journalists reflect on the impact of Wayamo’s training and justice and accountability in Sudan
The Wayamo Foundation has organised workshops for Sudanese journalists and human rights lawyers (including those documenting the conflict) in the context of its ongoing project “Capacity building for civil society and the justice sector in Sudan”. This video highlights the impacts of Wayamo’s work on Sudanese journalists and media professionals. The project focuses on providing training in international criminal law, …
Human rights professionals reflect on the impact of Wayamo’s training and on accountability in Sudan
The Wayamo Foundation has organised workshops for Sudanese human rights professionals and journalists (including those documenting the conflict) in the context of its ongoing project “Capacity building for civil society and the justice sector in Sudan”. This video highlights the impacts of Wayamo’s work on trainees in the Sudanese human rights and legal sectors. The project focuses on providing training …
Wayamo in Sudan 2022-2024: Strengthening civil society and the justice sector in Sudan
Highlights of Wayamo’s work in Sudan between 2022 and 2024.
Expanding horizons: The promise of universal jurisdiction and global justice
In this interview, Amanda Ghahremani, Legal Consultant, International Criminal Law and Redress for Survivors of Atrocity Crimes, delves into the nuances of documentation of human rights violations and international crimes by civil society actors, distinguishing between when it is done for purposes of advocacy and accountability. In addition, she discusses the key ethical considerations in such endeavours. Moreover, she explores …
Journalism, hate speech and crimes against humanity from Rwanda to Sudan
Wayamo Foundation Africa Director Joseph Roberts-Mensah interviews Thierry Cruvellier, Editor-in-chief of JusticeInfo.net about the evolution of journalism and hate speech from Rwanda in 1994 to Sudan in 2023, and how hate speech and dangerous speach influence both the commission and prevention of war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. Both veteran journalists also discuss the role of reporters and media …
Universal jurisdiction for crimes committed in Sudan — Covering Sweden’s Lundin trial
Wayamo Foundation Africa Director Joseph Roberts-Mensah interviews Thierry Cruvellier, Editor-in-chief of JusticeInfo.net discussing the concept of universal jurisdiction, and how journalists can cover justice processes such as Sweden’s Lundin trial. The two veteran journalists discuss the role of journalists and civil society play in driving justice processes, and the challenge of telling stories about justice for Sudan. 00:28 The difficulties …
The present and future role of open-source investigations in international criminal proceedings
In this interview, Digital Investigations and Accountability Expert and former Lead Investigator at Bellingcat Hannah Bagdasar explains the role of open-source investigations in international criminal proceedings and the challenges and opportunities unique to using open source materials in a legal context. Time stamps: 00:08 The role open source information can play in international criminal proceedings 00:46 The importance of modern …