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Mali Inclusive Peace Talks

The Parties to the Ouagadougou Preliminary Agreement expressed their determination to find a just and sustainable political solution to the crisis in the North of Mali through dialogue and negotiation and to ensure equitable and equal socio-economic development in all regions of Mali, respectful of diversity. The Parties agreed to undertake the dialogue in two...

Peace Agreements

N’djaema Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Niger and the Democratic Front for Renewal

The Parties agreed to promote peace and national unity by upholding the Constitution of 12 May 1996, fostering economic and social development, and respecting state institutions. They declared a ceasefire between the Defence and Security Forces of Niger and the FDR and committed to releasing all detainees. The government pledged to address FDR’s concerns regarding...

Peace Agreements

National Political Dialogue of the Republic of Guinea

The Parties agreed, in relation to electoral list, to carry out an audit and make recommendations for cleaning it up. In relation to municipal elections, the Parties provided for measures to address the complexity of local elections. The Parties also invited the National Assembly to revise the Electoral Code. The Parties in addition called for...

Opinion

Navigating Turmoil: Military Coups in Africa and Their Intricate Dance with Transitional Justice

With the recent coups d’état across Africa, it is time to examine the complex interplay between coups and the delicate realm of transitional justice, writes Bobuin Jr Valery Gemandze Oben.

Truth Commissions

Nigeria

The final report of the Human Rights Violations Investigation Commission, also known as the Oputa Panel, was not published but unofficially released in 2015. The original report ordered an investigation into military rule that began in 1966 and lasted until 1999 when the country returned to democratic rule. The mandate also sought to acknowledge Nigeria’s...

Peace Agreements

Northern Mali Peace Agreements

The Parties agreed that the Malian Armed Forces would limit themselves to their role of protecting the national integrity of the country, and that the combatants of the other Parties may be integrated into the Armed Forces on conditions to be agreed upon. All prisoners and hostages were to be released within 30 days.

Peace Agreements

Northern Mali Peace Agreements

In the Preamble, the Parties agreed to reach a solution that takes into account the cultural, geographic and socio-economic diversities in Mali, and which consolidates national unity and integrity. They agreed to abide by the Constitution and respect for human rights, and defend the rights of women and children. The Government committed to remain respectful...

Peace Agreements

Peace Agreement between the Government of Sierra Leone and RUF

The Parties to the Lomé Peace Agreement agreed to find a transitional arrangement to incorporate the RUF/SL into governance, including by transforming FUR/SL into a political party, enabling members of RUF/SL to hold public office, and the establishment of a broad-based Government of National Unity, establishment of a Commission for the Consolidation of Peace, Commission...

Peace Agreements

Peace Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Niger and CRA

The Parties agreed to the need to restore peace and ensure socio-economic development and to comply with the 1992 Constitution, particularly as it relates to the responsibility of the populations to manage their own affairs. The Parties agreed to the division of the country into regions, departments, districts and municipalities by a law to be...

Peace Agreements

Peace Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Sierra Leone and RUF/SL

The Parties to the Abidjan Peace Agreement agreed on the need for genuine national unity and reconciliation to end the fratricidal war in Sierra Leone, popular participation in governance and full respect for human rights and humanitarian laws. The Parties agreed to cease hostilities, to ensure the establishment and consolidation of a just peace.