The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) announces its 83rd Ordinary Session scheduled in Banjul, The Gambia, from 2 to 22 May 2025. This significant gathering adheres to Article 64 (2) of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights and is a vital platform for discussions on human rights across the continent.
The event will take place at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre, featuring a public session from 2 to 12 May, which is open to external participants. Noteworthy events include the opening ceremony on 2 May from 09:00 to 11:30 hours (GMT) and the closing ceremony on 22 May from 10:00 to 11:30 hours (GMT). The schedule allows for working days focused on various essential human rights topics.
For those wishing to participate, registration forms are available for attending the session, making statements, or intervening on panels with a submission deadline of 15 April 2025. The Commission seeks engagement on various issues, including the human rights situation in Africa and partnership discussions with National Human Rights Institutions.
Participants can expect live updates and streaming of the event, ensuring wide accessibility. The ACHPR holds four Ordinary Sessions annually, engaging a diverse audience from state parties to civil society organisations, aimed at promoting human rights in Africa.
The ACHPR’s 83rd Ordinary Session will be held from 2 to 22 May 2025 in The Gambia, featuring public and private discussions on human rights. Participants must register by 15 April to make statements or intervene. Key topics include the human rights situation in Africa and cooperation with National Human Rights Institutions. The session will be streamed live for wider access.
The ACHPR’s 83rd Ordinary Session is poised to be a landmark event focused on pressing human rights issues in Africa. With opportunities for active participation from various stakeholders, this session aims to foster dialogue, cooperation, and enhance accountability. The continuation of these sessions underlines the commitment to furthering human rights across the continent, with essential discussions scheduled throughout May 2025.
Original Source: achpr.au.int
