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We have two new compelling opinion pieces by African practitioners on our African Transitional Justice Hub! CISONECC’s Julius Ng’oma writes that climate change must be understood not only as an environmental or humanitarian challenge, but also as a justice issue that raises fundamental questions about whose lives are protected, whose losses are recognised, and who participates in shaping recovery and resilience. https://atjhub.csvr.org.za/building-climate-justice-through-transitional-justice-a-new-path-for-malawis-resilience/ And CSVR’s Cathy-Ann Potgieter writes that South Africa must revisit its approach to reparations, including by expanding access beyond the narrow confines of the TRC victim list, simplifying administrative processes, and investing in community-based programmes that address systemic inequality: https://atjhub.csvr.org.za/the-unfinished-business-of-justice-south-africas-broken-promise-to-apartheid-survivors/

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:59:21 +0200

We have two new compelling opinion pieces by African practitioners on our African Transitional Justice Hub!

CISONECC’s Julius Ng’oma writes that climate change must be understood not only as an environmental or humanitarian challenge, but also as a justice issue that raises fundamental questions about whose lives are protected, whose losses are…Read More

“Justice rooted in Africa, guided by the world, and shaped by context." The African Union Transitional Justice (AU TJ) Policy is a continental‑based transitional‑justice framework that guides AU member states in designing and implementing African‑grounded, internationally informed, yet context‑specific transitional‑justice processes. It addresses systematic and massive human rights violations occurring across different historical periods in Africa while integrating shared African values, principles of justice, and international human‑rights standards. The framework also incorporates the core pillars of transitional justice—such as accountability, truth‑seeking, reparations, and institutional reform—ensuring that responses are holistic, victim‑centred, and oriented toward sustainable peace, reconciliation, and the restoration of the rule of law.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:28:23 +0200

“Justice rooted in Africa, guided by the world, and shaped by context.”
The African Union Transitional Justice (AU TJ) Policy is a continental‑based transitional‑justice framework that guides AU member states in designing and implementing African‑grounded, internationally informed, yet context‑specific transitional‑justice processes. It addresse…Read More

Transitional justice is a systematic approach that societies use to deal with the legacy of massive or systematic human rights violations, typically in contexts of conflict, repression, or authoritarian rule. Core objectives Healing victims: Recognizes victims’ suffering, restores their dignity, and often provides reparations or other forms of redress. Ensuring accountability: Pursues justice through mechanisms such as prosecutions, truth commissions, and lustration or vetting of public officials. Restoring the rule of law: Reforms judicial and security institutions and strengthens safeguards against future abuses. Promoting social cohesion and sustainable development: Builds trust among citizens and between citizens and the state, thereby creating space for reconciliation, peace, and long‑term development.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:15:11 +0200

Transitional justice is a systematic approach that societies use to deal with the legacy of massive or systematic human rights violations, typically in contexts of conflict, repression, or authoritarian rule.
Core objectives
Healing victims: Recognizes victims’ suffering, restores their dignity, and often provides reparations or other forms o…Read More

7 avril 1994-7 avril 2026, 32 ans! Aujourd’hui, nous nous recueillons en mémoire des victimes du génocide contre les Tutsi au Rwanda. Nous honorons leur mémoire, nous pensons aux survivants, et nous réaffirmons notre devoir collectif de ne jamais oublier. Comme le disait Nelson Mandela : « Ce qui s’est passé au Rwanda ne doit plus jamais se reproduire, nulle part dans le monde. » En ce jour de commémoration, *engageons-nous résolument à promouvoir la paix, le pardon, la dignité humaine et la lutte contre la haine sous toutes ses formes 🕯️ #Kwibuka #Mémoire #PlusJamaisÇa

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:34:15 +0200

7 avril 1994-7 avril 2026, 32 ans! Aujourd’hui, nous nous recueillons en mémoire des victimes du génocide contre les Tutsi au Rwanda. Nous honorons leur mémoire, nous pensons aux survivants, et nous réaffirmons notre devoir collectif de ne jamais oublier.
Comme le disait Nelson Mandela : « Ce qui s’est passé au Rwanda ne doit plus jamais se…Read More

🔥 Why most government strategies fail — and how governance systems fix this Over the years, I have sat in many rooms where strategies were launched with confidence. Well-written documents. Clear priorities. Strong intentions. And yet… months later, very little had changed. Not because people did not care. Not because the strategy was wrong. 👉 But because the system to deliver it did not exist. In my experience, most government strategies fail for three simple reasons: 1. No clear accountability Everyone is responsible… which often means no one truly is. 2. Weak governance structures Without proper oversight, even the best plans lose direction. 3. No link between strategy and implementation The plan sits on paper, disconnected from operations, budgets, and performance. This is where governance changes everything. Not governance as compliance. Not governance as bureaucracy. 👉 But governance as a system that drives execution. When governance is done properly: · Roles are clear · Decisions are tracked · Performance is monitored · Accountability becomes real And suddenly, strategy starts to move. One lesson I have learned over time: 💡 A good strategy does not guarantee results. 💡 A good system does. If we are serious about improving public sector performance, we need to shift the conversation: From writing better strategies… 👉 To building systems that deliver them. I would be interested to hear your experience: Where do you think most strategies fail — design or execution? hashtag #Governance hashtag #PublicSector hashtag #Strategy hashtag #Leadership hashtag #Accountability hashtag #ESG hashtag #Africa hashtag #Policy hashtag #Impact hashtag #UNDP hashtag #DBSA hashtag #IDC hashtag #GIZ

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:23:55 +0200

🔥 Why most government strategies fail — and how governance systems fix this
Over the years, I have sat in many rooms where strategies were launched with confidence.
Well-written documents.
Clear priorities.
Strong intentions.
And yet… months later, very little had changed.
Not because people did not care.
Not because the strategy was wro…Read More

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:02:15 +0200

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Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:04:43 +0200

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Dianne Williams

Dr. Williams brings a wide range of international conflict-related training experience. She has a strong background in the Caribbean and Latin America, in particular around criminology, conflict resolution, mediation, restorative practices, restorative justice and cultural competency.In her previous lifeshe was aCriminologist and Consultant and has done coursework at Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government, the International Institute for Restorative Practices as well as the National Defense University William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies, where she is a rostered adjunct instructor. She is a Clinically Certified Criminal Justice Specialist, a Certified Sentence Mitigation Specialist, aCertified Social and Behavioral Research Investigator and a Certified Mediator. She is a Licensed Trainer of Trainers in Restorative Practices, aCrime Prevention through Community Engagementand aCrime Prevention through Environmental Designspecialist. Dr. Williams has numerous publications and co-authored the 2012 United Nation’s Human Development Report for Trinidad and Tobago.

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Dr Joseph Paulinus Ekong is a seasoned researcher, project manager, political and development scientist with over 11 years of professional experience in the civil society sector garnered through the implementation of donor-funded programming and interventions in peace, conflict prevention & security, civic space protection, criminal justice, and governance. He holds a PhD degree in Political & Administrative Studies (Development Studies) and other academic & professional certifications. He has authored a number of papers published in reputable local and international journals. His thematic areas of research interest are peace & security, governance and development. He is currently working with Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) in Nigeria as the Governance, Peace and Security Specialist

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:29:31 +0200

Dr Joseph Paulinus Ekong is a seasoned researcher, project manager, political and development scientist with over 11 years of professional experience in the civil society sector garnered through the implementation of donor-funded programming and interventions in peace, conflict prevention & security, civic space protection, criminal justice, and…Read More

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Transitional Justice Update: South Sudan (March 2026) South Sudan continues to face significant challenges in its pursuit of peace and justice, as violence against civilians and resource-driven conflicts persist across the country. The following incidents highlight the urgent need for effective transitional justice mechanisms and strengthened rule of law: Ruweng Administrative Area Attack (1 March 2026): On 1 March 2026, over 200 civilians were reportedly killed and thousands of cattle raided, thousand displaced, and properties damaged from the Ruweng Administrative Area. The attack was allegedly carried out by youth from Mayom County, Unity State, with the involvement of SPLA-IO operatives. This incident marks one of the deadliest single attacks this year, exacerbating intercommunal tensions and undermining local stability. Twic County Violence (24 March 2026): On 24 March 2026, youth from Mayom County, Unity State, attacked Twic County in Warrap State, resulting in the killing of 28 people, injured more, raised hundred herd of cattle, destroyed properties, and displaced thousands. Such targeted violence further deepens divisions between communities and fuels cycles of revenge attacks. Gogrial East County Incident (26 March 2026): Just two days later, on 26 March 2026, another violent raid occurred in Gogrial East County, Warrap State. Youth from Mayom County, Unity State, were implicated in the killing of 20 civilians, injured more and the theft of thousands of cattle. These repeated attacks underscore the persistent insecurity in cattle-keeping regions and the vulnerability of rural populations. Mining Site Massacre, Juba County: In a separate incident, over 70 civilians were killed at a gold mining site in Juba County. The attack was reportedly perpetrated by SPLA-IO and NAS operatives. Such violence not only results in tragic loss of life but also disrupts economic activities vital for community livelihoods. Wider Context: Across South Sudan, killings of civilians by armed groups—including rebel factions and heavily armed youth—are multiplying. Many of these attacks are driven by tribal affiliations and competition over resources such as cattle and land. The proliferation of arms among youth groups has intensified the scale and lethality of these conflicts. Transitional Justice Implications: These incidents highlight the critical importance of advancing transitional justice processes in South Sudan. Addressing impunity, promoting accountability for perpetrators, and supporting reconciliation between affected communities are essential steps toward sustainable peace. The government, in collaboration with regional and international partners, must prioritize the establishment of credible truth, justice, and reparations mechanisms, as outlined in the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS). Recommendations: • Immediate investigation and prosecution of those responsible for recent atrocities. • Strengthening community-based reconciliation initiatives to address underlying grievances. • Accelerating the implementation of transitional justice institutions, including the Hybrid Court for South Sudan. • Enhancing disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration (DDR) programs targeting armed youth. • The ongoing violence underscores the urgency of comprehensive transitional justice efforts to break the cycle of conflict and build lasting peace in South Sudan.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:37:02 +0200

Transitional Justice Update: South Sudan (March 2026)
South Sudan continues to face significant challenges in its pursuit of peace and justice, as violence against civilians and resource-driven conflicts persist across the country. The following incidents highlight the urgent need for effective transitional justice mechanisms and strengthened…Read More

South Sudan, Mali, Burundi, and the DRC carry deep wounds from years of conflict, displacement, poverty, and gender-based violence — wounds that don’t disappear when the fighting stops. The psychosocial toll is real: fractured communities, eroded trust, and individuals left to cope with trauma largely on their own Through our multi-year partnership with Impunity Watch, this week we launched a training manual and toolkit designed to strengthen the capacity of local actors to address trauma, support healing, and embed mental health and psychosocial support within transitional justice, peacebuilding, and reconciliation work in these four contexts.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:29:55 +0200

South Sudan, Mali, Burundi, and the DRC carry deep wounds from years of conflict, displacement, poverty, and gender-based violence — wounds that don’t disappear when the fighting stops. The psychosocial toll is real: fractured communities, eroded trust, and individuals left to cope with trauma largely on their own
Through our multi-year par…Read More

What shaped peace and security in West Africa in 2025 — and what risks lie ahead in 2026? The Annual Peace and Security Outlook analyses key governance and human security trends across the region, highlighting emerging risks and vulnerabilities to inform targeted strategic interventions. The report examines four thematic areas: • Democracy and Governance • Organised Crime and Violent Extremism • Gender, Peace and Security • Environmental Security 🔎 Read the full report: bit.ly/3N46waw

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:35:12 +0200

What shaped peace and security in West Africa in 2025 — and what risks lie ahead in 2026?

The Annual Peace and Security Outlook analyses key governance and human security trends across the region, highlighting emerging risks and vulnerabilities to inform targeted strategic interventions.
The report examines four thematic areas:
• Dem…Read More

25 years after UNSCR 1325, where does West Africa stand on the Women, Peace and Security agenda? Our new report, 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞: 𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐨𝐟 𝐔𝐍𝐒𝐂𝐑 𝟏𝟑𝟐𝟓 @𝟐𝟓 𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚, contributes to the global reflection on a quarter‑century of WPS implementation by offering a regional perspective on achievements, persistent challenges, and lessons learned. The report identifies emerging opportunities and provides strategic recommendations for strengthening women’s leadership in peacebuilding and governance. It also outlines concrete pathways for sustaining the WPS agenda in the context of evolving peace and security dynamics in West Africa. 🔗 Access the full publication: bit.ly/46tUjmc

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:33:48 +0200

25 years after UNSCR 1325, where does West Africa stand on the Women, Peace and Security agenda?

Our new report, 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞: 𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐨𝐟 𝐔𝐍𝐒𝐂𝐑 𝟏𝟑𝟐𝟓 @𝟐𝟓 𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚, contributes to the global reflection on a quarter‑century of WPS implementation by offering a regional perspective on achievements, persistent ch…Read More

Hello everyone 👋🏽 I am excited to share that I have just launched my YouTube channel! On this platform, I will be sharing conversations and insights on Transitional Justice mechanisms, human rights, youth empowerment, community development, and entrepreneurship, drawing from my experiences working both nationally and internationally. It is a space for learning, dialogue, and inspiration as we explore ways to build more just, empowered, and resilient communities. I would truly appreciate your support — please subscribe, watch, and share. 🔗 http://www.youtube.com/@ayeshahharunjammeh9172 Thank you for being part of the journey. ✨

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:17:57 +0200

Hello everyone 👋🏽

I am excited to share that I have just launched my YouTube channel!

On this platform, I will be sharing conversations and insights on Transitional Justice mechanisms, human rights, youth empowerment, community development, and entrepreneurship, drawing from my experiences working both nationally and internationally.

It…Read More

Ayeshah Harun Jammeh

Welcome to my channel! My name is Isatou Jammeh but I go by Ayesha Harun Jammeh, a social worker, human rights advocate, and entrepreneur from The Gambia – the Smiling Coast of Africa. My work focuses on transitional justice, human rights, and community empowerment, both nationally and internationally. Over the years, I have been actively involved in initiatives supporting victims of human rights violations, contributing to conversations and programs that promote truth, accountability, healing, and justice in post-conflict societies. My experience spans working with civil society organizations, engaging with victims’ communities, and participating in regional and international dialogues on transitional justice and accountability for international crimes. I believe that justice, dialogue, and empowered communities are key to building stronger democracies and peaceful societies.

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Jonas posted an update in the group Transitional AI Justice

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:13:56 +0200

Join us at the inaugural Africa Just AI Conference, themed Grounding AI Governance in Justice (30–31 March 2026). We will present a paper titled “The Redress Clause for Transitional AI Impacts” by Jonas Kgomo, a transitional justice mechanism for addressing societal impacts of AI.
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URGENT ALERT: DRONE ATTACKS ON CIVILIAN INFRASTRUCTURE IN MINEMBWE South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo | March 26, 2026 BACKGROUND The Action Pour le Developpement des Jeunes au Congo (ADJC) a humanitarian and development organizations operating in the midlands and highlands of Uvira, Fizi, and Itombwe issues this urgent alert regarding repeated targeted attacks on civilian infrastructure in Minembwe, Fizi Territory, South Kivu Province, DRC. KEY INCIDENTS • March 25, 2025 (~4:00 PM): Community radio station TUUNGANE (Madegu Centre) destroyed by FARDCattributed drone strikes — its third destruction within one month. • March 25, 2025 (night): Drone strikes on Kiziba village destroyed civilian homes and killed livestock — the primary livelihood source for local communities. • March 23, 2026 (night): The 5th CELPA Church in Ilundu destroyed, depriving the community of a vital spiritual and social gathering space. HUMANITARIAN CONTEXT These attacks occur against the backdrop of a total humanitarian blockade lasting more than one year, severely restricting access to assistance for civilian populations already suffering nearly nine years of violence. The prolonged shutdown of Vodacom telecommunications for almost two months has further isolated communities and impeded emergency response and documentation of violations. Victims include innocent children, women, and elderly people who cannot access adequate medical care. Alleged perpetrators include FARDC, Burundi National Defense Forces (FDNB), Wazalendo armed groups, and foreign mercenaries. LEGAL CONCERNS These attacks — targeting civilians far from active frontlines who pose no military threat — constitute serious violations of international humanitarian law, including the principles of distinction between civilians and combatants and the protection of civilian property. URGENT CALLS TO ACTION • Publicly and unequivocally condemn attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure; • Demand immediate cessation of drone strikes in populated areas; • Ensure safe and unhindered humanitarian access to the population of Minembwe; • Conduct independent and impartial investigations to identify those responsible; • Break the silence surrounding the Minembwe crisis and amplify the voices of victims. Despite more than ten alerts issued by the Action Pour le Developpement des Jeunes au Congo (ADJC), the international communi ty, media, and humanitarian actors have remained largely silent. Silence in the face of serious violations of international humanitarian law may be perceived as implicit tolerance. Urgent and responsible action is required.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:22:29 +0200

URGENT ALERT: DRONE ATTACKS ON CIVILIAN INFRASTRUCTURE IN
MINEMBWE
South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo | March 26, 2026
BACKGROUND
The Action Pour le Developpement des Jeunes au Congo (ADJC) a humanitarian and development organizations
operating in the midlands and highlands of Uvira, Fizi, and Itombwe issues this urgent alert regarding…Read More

Dear colleagues, I am pleased to join the African Transitional Justice Network and to engage with such a distinguished community of practitioners and experts. I look forward to exchanging experiences and learning from ongoing initiatives in transitional justice, reconciliation and peacebuilding across the continent. I am particularly interested in discussions on national reconciliation processes and accountability mechanisms in fragile and post-conflict contexts. Warm regards, Gaston Asitaki Lisiki

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:40:43 +0200

Dear colleagues,
I am pleased to join the African Transitional Justice Network and to engage with such a distinguished community of practitioners and experts.
I look forward to exchanging experiences and learning from ongoing initiatives in transitional justice, reconciliation and peacebuilding across the continent.
I am particularly interested…Read More

Dear Networks, It is with deep regret that we have learned of the passing of Brigadier General MUNTAZINI MUKIMAPA Toussaint, Prosecutor at the Special Criminal Court (SCC) in the Central African Republic (CAR), who died on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 9:45 a.m. following an illness. We extend our deepest condolences to his entire family and professional colleagues. The SPC is one of the judicial mechanisms of the transitional justice process in the CAR, alongside the International Criminal Court (ICC) and other national courts. A national court established by Organic Law No. 15.003 of June 3, 2015, it is composed of national and international judges and staff. It has jurisdiction to investigate, prosecute, and adjudicate crimes of genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes that are the subject of ongoing and future investigations. Arnaud Yaliki ----- Chers réseaux, Nous apprenons avec profond regret le décès du Général de Brigade MUNTAZINI MUKIMAPA Toussaint, Procureur près la Cour Pénale Spéciale (CPS) en République Centrafricaine (RCA), décès survenu le mercredi 25 mars 2026 à 9h45 des suites d'une maladie. Nos condoléances les plus émues à toute sa famille biologique et professionnelle. La CPS fait partie des mécanismes judiciaires du processus de justice transitionnelle en RCA aux côtés de la Cour pénale internationale (CPI) et des autres juridictions nationales. Juridiction nationale créée par la loi organique n° 15.003 du 03 juin 2015, elle est composée de magistrats et personnels nationaux et internationaux. Elle est compétente pour enquêter, instruire et juger les crimes de génocide, les crimes contre l’humanité et les crimes de guerre objets des enquêtes en cours et à venir. Arnaud Yaliki

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:42:19 +0200

Dear Networks,
It is with deep regret that we have learned of the passing of Brigadier General MUNTAZINI MUKIMAPA Toussaint, Prosecutor at the Special Criminal Court (SCC) in the Central African Republic (CAR), who died on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 9:45 a.m. following an illness. We extend our deepest condolences to his entire family and…Read More

Dear networks, March 25, 2026, will go down in the history of Africa and the world: the UN General Assembly has taken a significant step forward by adopting a resolution that designates the transatlantic slave trade and racial slavery as “the gravest crimes against humanity.” Sponsored by Ghana, the resolution condemns neocolonialism and calls for redress for historical wrongs. It is important to move on to the next steps: Truth and Reparations for these atrocities. Arnaud Yaliki ---- Chers réseaux, Le 25 mars 2026 va rentrer dans l’histoire de l’Afrique et du monde : l’Assemblée générale de l'ONU a franchi une étape importante, en adoptant une résolution qui qualifie la traite négrière et l'esclavage raciales de « plus graves crimes contre l'humanité ». Portée par le Ghana, elle dénonce le néocolonialisme et appelle à la réparation des blessures historiques. Il est important de passer aux étapes suivantes : la Vérité et la Réparation pour ces atrocités. Arnaud Yaliki

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:28:33 +0200

Dear networks,
March 25, 2026, will go down in the history of Africa and the world: the UN General Assembly has taken a significant step forward by adopting a resolution that designates the transatlantic slave trade and racial slavery as “the gravest crimes against humanity.” Sponsored by Ghana, the resolution condemns neocolonialism and cal…Read More

As the ITJA project moves toward closure, we convened in Accra not to conclude, but to consolidate. This roundtable was a moment to interrogate what has been built, honour the lessons carried by practitioners across the continent, and consider how this work can be carried forward. The work of transitional justice in Africa continues, evolving, grounded in experience, and carried forward by those committed to lasting change.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:19:55 +0200

As the ITJA project moves toward closure, we convened in Accra not to conclude, but to consolidate.

This roundtable was a moment to interrogate what has been built, honour the lessons carried by practitioners across the continent, and consider how this work can be carried forward.

The work of transitional justice in Africa continues,…Read More

Happy for this network. Hope together we'll lead positive changes!

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:11:50 +0200

Happy for this network. Hope together we’ll lead positive changes!

I am writing a paper on mass movements and TJ, focusing on how mass movements can catalyse transitional justice processes (or discussions that call for some of the TJ recommendations) and positive transitions that contribute to more peaceful, violence-free societies. I am interested in how TJ can leverage some of these organic, informal structures and the often issue-induced mass movements for peace. CSVR recently hosted a webinar on this topic, and the Global Learning Hub hosted a panel on this during the October 2025 GLH Conference. I will consolidate and draw inspiration from some of the reflections and discussion points on my paper expanding them with case studies - particularly Sudan mass protests (2019), Gen Z protests in Kenya (2024), Burkina Faso (2014), Gen-Z mass protests in Nepal (2025), Tunisia (Arab Spring, 2011), student-led mass protests in Bangladesh (2024-2025) and Gabon (2023).

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:32:00 +0200

I am writing a paper on mass movements and TJ, focusing on how mass movements can catalyse transitional justice processes (or discussions that call for some of the TJ recommendations) and positive transitions that contribute to more peaceful, violence-free societies. I am interested in how TJ can leverage some of these organic, informal structures…Read More

Last week, i was excited to facilitate two classes on human rights and transitional justice in Africa, for the 2026 cohorts of the LLM/Mphil students at the Center for Human Rights, University of Pretoria, South Africa. This was a particularly exciting experience for me considering that just 7 years back, i was also a student at this prestigious institution and program

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:17:48 +0200

Last week, i was excited to facilitate two classes on human rights and transitional justice in Africa, for the 2026 cohorts of the LLM/Mphil students at the Center for Human Rights, University of Pretoria, South Africa.

This was a particularly exciting experience for me considering that just 7 years back, i was also a student at this…Read More

This is such a fantastic database - makes me glad - thank you.

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:13:57 +0200

This is such a fantastic database – makes me glad – thank you.

Last December, the CSVR launched the African Transitions Tracker, a first-of-a-kind analytical report tracking [political] transitions across the continent. We look to produce two editions per year.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:43:11 +0200

Last December, the CSVR launched the African Transitions Tracker, a first-of-a-kind analytical report tracking [political] transitions across the continent. We look to produce two editions per year.

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Last week, the African Union Commission (TJ team) said a warm goodbye (or see you soon?) to Annie Izere (GIZ office to the AU), as she prepares to leave Addis to higher responsibility in West Africa. Thank you Annie for being such a wonderful partner over the years.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:44:46 +0200

Last week, the African Union Commission (TJ team) said a warm goodbye (or see you soon?) to Annie Izere (GIZ office to the AU), as she prepares to leave Addis to higher responsibility in West Africa.

Thank you Annie for being such a wonderful partner over the years.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:17:36 +0200

With this initiative, I had the wonderful (and somewhat terrifying) opportunity to see a long-contemplated idea become a reality – collaborating with communities gravely affected by climate change to carry out a transformative transitional justice process for climate harms. Presenting the entire initiative, this publication examines ways a transformative approach to transitional justice can create new avenues towards climate justice. And it documents the process of working closely with the communities to implement truth telling and memorialisation for climate harms, along with advocacy for participatory climate responses, sharing lessons learnt that might be useful to other practitioners. Some key points: - Climate impacts lead to a wide range of profound and lasting climate harms, which are often rendered invisible. - Transitional justice combines backward-looking and forward-looking measures that, by design, help address these manifold climate harms. - Because they navigate climate challenges on a daily basis, affected communities have the contextualised knowledge, resources and networks to come up with novel solutions. These address past climate harms and seek to curb future harms. - Mental health and psychosocial support are crucial to dealing with climate harms. - Community-led, ‘bottom-up’ measures can be seen as forms of transformative transitional justice in themselves. They can also complement and strengthen national and international, ‘top-down’ efforts. - By enabling cross-pollination of ideas and practices among diverse stakeholders from the local to the international level, we can build solidarity to work towards climate responses that transform obstructive power structures and tackle the intersectional, intergenerational harms that come with climate change. With these lessons learnt from practice, the door is open to further transformative transitional justice processes for climate harms. I am looking forward to seeing what comes next. You can find the full report here: https://www.csvr.org.za/transformative-transitional-justice-for-climate-justice-lessons-from-practice/

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:00:27 +0200

With this initiative, I had the wonderful (and somewhat terrifying) opportunity to see a long-contemplated idea become a reality – collaborating with communities gravely affected by climate change to carry out a transformative transitional justice process for climate harms.

Presenting the entire initiative, this publication examines ways a t…Read More

CSVR | Transformative Transitional Justice for Climate Justice: Lessons from Practice

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Happy to see this paper I worked on with Ron Slye out in the world. It compares transitional justice and depolarization, identifying correlations between their respective objectives and tools, and examines ways in which the two act as mutual risk multipliers, creating negative feedback loops that produce additional harms and make future attempts at transition more difficult. The paper provides a conceptual framework for thinking about polarization-sensitive transitional justice, along with some practical proposals for making it happen. You can read the paper here: https://ifit-transitions.org/publications/polarisation-the-hyper-problem-transitional-justice-can-no-longer-ignore/ #TransitionalJustice #Polarization

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:28:49 +0200

Happy to see this paper I worked on with Ron Slye out in the world. It compares transitional justice and depolarization, identifying correlations between their respective objectives and tools, and examines ways in which the two act as mutual risk multipliers, creating negative feedback loops that produce additional harms and make future attempts…Read More

I recently participated in an important training on Transitional Justice and Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), convened by the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) in partnership with the Youth Organization for Research and Justice Advocacy (YORJA). The session unpacked how healing and justice must go hand in hand, especially in societies navigating the aftermath of violence, inequality, and historical trauma. Through youth-driven dialogue and experiential learning, we explored how trauma-informed transitional justice can create pathways for community healing, accountability, and long-term reconciliation. What stood out for me was the recognition that justice is not only about truth or reparation, but also about restoring dignity, rebuilding trust, and ensuring mental and emotional recovery. I am grateful to CSVR and YORJA for creating a space where young people can engage critically, share perspectives, and co-create strategies that center lived experiences of people in the healing processes. #TransitionalJustice #MentalHealth #YouthLeadership #Peacebuilding #MHPSS #SocialJustice

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:01:42 +0200

I recently participated in an important training on Transitional Justice and Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), convened by the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) in partnership with the Youth Organization for Research and Justice Advocacy (YORJA).

The session unpacked how healing and justice must go hand in…Read More