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ACHPR85: ISHR calls attention to attacks against defenders in Africa

IISHR advocate for the protection of HR defenders before international and regional mechanisms.

👉 Read more: https://ishr.ch/latest-updates/achpr85-ishr-calls-attention-to-attacks-against-human-rights-defenders-in-africa/
ACHPR85: ISHR calls attention to attacks against defenders in Africa - ISHR
During the 85th session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights, ISHR delivered a statement under the item activity report of the Special
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November 14, 2025 at 5:35 PM
✊🏾 LHR stands with ISLA & feminist partners at #ACHPR85 🇬🇲 calling to strengthen the AU-CEVAWG.

Pause ratification, fix gaps, consult women’s rights organisations.

The fight to end violence against women & girls continues.

Sign: lnkd.in/dKMKtY6B
Join: lnkd.in/dK4huBhc
October 28, 2025 at 7:09 PM
🗣️ Side Event | 29 Oct 🇬🇲

Advancing Rights-Based Migration Governance & Alternatives to Detention in Southern Africa

In conversation with Prof Selma Sassi-Safer, AU Special Rapporteur on Refugees & Migrants.

✊🏾 Hosted by LHR, IDC, SADC ATD Network & Scalabrini CT

#ACHPR85
October 28, 2025 at 4:44 PM
🌍 LHR at #ACHPR85 in Banjul, advancing rights-based migration, feminist justice & accountability for apartheid.

Together with IDC, MADRE & ISLA, we push for humane alternatives to detention & stronger global justice mechanisms✊🏾

#HumanRights #FeministJustice #Accountability #GlobalJustice
October 28, 2025 at 3:30 PM
📣 À l’approche de la 85e session ordinaire de la Commission africaine (du 21 au 30 octobre), nous sommes ravis d’annoncer que la feuille de route de la Commission africaine est désormais disponible en Français, Arabe et Anglais !

👉 Accédez-y ici : ishr.ch/fr/outils-po...

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October 9, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Human rights defenders across Africa can now access the Road Map to the African Commission on Human in Arabic – just in time for the #ACHPR85 Session!
👉 Explore the tool: https://ishr.ch/defenders-toolbox/resources/road-map-to-the-african-commission-on-human-and-peoples-rights/

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Road map to the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights
ISHR is proud to launch an updated Road map for civil society engagement at the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR). The original version dated back to 2011. This Road map explores…
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October 14, 2025 at 10:50 AM
#IamAPHRC is at the 85th Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human & Peoples’ Rights. Christopher Maero joins partners to discuss Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Health & Access to Safe Abortion in Africa, sharing evidence to strengthen policies & programs.

#ACHPR85 #SRHR #APHRCResearch
October 22, 2025 at 8:37 AM
ACHPR85: Outcomes of the 85th session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights

Reviews of Egypt, Tunisia, Botswana, Sudan and more.

👉 Read more: https://ishr.ch/latest-updates/achpr85-outcomes-of-the-85th-ordinary-session-of-the-african-commission-on-human-and-peoples-rights/
ACHPR85: Outcomes of the 85th session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights - ISHR
The 85th session ran from 7 October to 30 October, with an online private section from 7 to 17 October and a public in-person session in Banjul, from 21 to 30
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November 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM
ACHPR85: African Commission monitors the implementation of the African Union 2025 theme

A panel was held to assess the implementation of the recommendations.

👉 Read more: https://ishr.ch/latest-updates/achpr85-african-commission-monitors-the-implementation-of-the-african-union-2025-theme/
ACHPR85: African Commission monitors the implementation of the African Union 2025 theme - ISHR
In line with the AU's theme for 2025, the African Commission organised this panel to discuss the human rights-based approach to distribution required of
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November 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
ACHPR85: African Commission documents human rights situation in Sudan

The African Commission conducted a virtual joint fact-finding mission on the situation in the country.

👉 Read more: https://ishr.ch/latest-updates/achpr-85-the-african-commission-documents-the-human-rights-situation-in-sudan/
ACHPR85: Combating terrorism with justice, transparency, respect for human rights - ISHR
States have the responsibility to protect people’s rights, especially civilians in a conflict context. However, in their fight against terrorism, States adopt
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November 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
ACHPR85: Combating terrorism with justice, transparency, respect for human rights

Some states adopting counter-terrorism measures use them to criminalise defenders.

👉 Read more: https://ishr.ch/latest-updates/achpr-85-combating-terrorism-with-justice-transparency-and-respect-for-human-rights/
ACHPR85: Combating terrorism with justice, transparency, respect for human rights - ISHR
States have the responsibility to protect people’s rights, especially civilians in a conflict context. However, in their fight against terrorism, States adopt
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November 12, 2025 at 3:02 PM
ACHPR85: Right to a healthy environment must be guaranteed in Africa

The Working Groups convened a panel on the right to the environment in Africa.

👉 Read more: https://ishr.ch/latest-updates/achpr85-right-to-a-healthy-environment-must-be-guaranteed-in-africa/
November 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM
ACHPR85: African States urged to uphold human rights in migration agreements

Experts warned that migration externalisation practices risk undermining fundamental rights.

👉 Read more: https://ishr.ch/latest-updates/achpr85-african-states-urged-to-uphold-human-rights-in-migration-agreements/
ACHPR85: African States urged to uphold human rights in migration agreements - ISHR
Held on 22 October, the panel discussion on 'Externalisation of Migration Management: Legal Issues, Current Challenges and Responsibilities of African States'
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November 11, 2025 at 7:05 PM
ACHPR85: Situation must improve for women human rights defenders in Uganda

The Women Human Rights Defenders Network of Uganda and ISHR delivered a joint oral statement.

👉 Read more: https://ishr.ch/latest-updates/achpr85-situation-must-improve-for-women-human-rights-defenders-in-uganda/
October 31, 2025 at 7:10 AM
📣 Ahead of the 85th Ordinary Session of the African Commission (21–30 Oct), we’re excited to share that the Road map to the African Commission is now available in Arabic!

👉 Accessible here: ishr.ch/defenders-to...

It's also available in English and French.

#ACHPR85 #HumanRights
October 9, 2025 at 10:14 AM