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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

The Centre in collaboration with Afrobarometer and (IJR), convened a briefing to present the results of the survey in South Africa. www.chr.up.ac.za/dce-unit-news/4347-centre-for-human-rights-afrobarometer-and-ijr-convene-public-briefing-to-unpack-south-africa-s-2025-afrobarometer-survey-findings

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HURIDOCS @huridocs.org · 21/04/2026

Launching this Wednesday at 16:00🙌 @upchr.bsky.social We are so proud to have supported this important project! 🙏 Sign up here 👉 www.chr.up.ac.za/implementati...

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

The Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria, in collaboration with MISA Zimbabwe, will host an online webinar on 8 April 2026 from 11:00 to 13:00 (SAST) to launch a report examining Zimbabwe’s 23 August 2023 Harmonised Elections. Register below: lnkd.in/dmyV-y7i

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

The African Peer Review Mechanism, with the Department of Public Service and Administration and the Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria, will host an inaugural lecture on 19 March 2026 at Future Africa. RSVP: lnkd.in/dnsnpx8i

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

The 2026 Advanced Human Rights Short Course on Sexual Minority Rights in Africa, hosted by the Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria, brought together students and activists to engage with experts on advancing the protection and dignity of sexual and gender minorities across Africa.

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

[Invitation] A new generation of human rights leaders begins their journey. Join the Opening Ceremony of the Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria, 2026 Master’s cohort. 27 March 2026 at TuksMonate, University of Pretoria Keynote: Bonface T. Massah Scan the QR code to RSVP.

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

As we mark #InternationalWomensDay, the debate around the Epstein files reminds us that words matter and their meanings evolve. What does this mean for how discrimination against women is interpreted? Op-Ed by Matilda Lasseko Phooko chr.up.ac.za/opinion-piec... #InternationalWomensDay #CHR40

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Call for Papers The Centre for Human Rights invites papers for a conference on Landmark Judgments of AU human rights bodies. 25–26 June 2026 | University of Pretoria Landmark & Rewriting Judgments, African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights. Submit by 31 March 2026: thenette.mulder@up.ac.za

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

[News] The Pretoria University Law Press (PULP) is proud to announce that "A Theory on Africanizing International Law" by A/Prof. Dr. Micha Wiebusch has received the 2026 Certificate of Merit from the American Society of International Law. Read the book here: www.pulp.up.ac.za

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

[World Radio Day] "As we mark World Radio Day, we recommit ourselves to defending radio as a cornerstone of freedom of expression and access to information for everyone, everywhere."- By Belinda Matore Read more: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

[Call for Applications] The Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria, will host a one-week short course on disability rights in an African context from 23 – 27 March 2026. The course is in a hybrid format (in-person and online via Zoom). Apply online by: 09 March 2026 lnkd.in/gzxiW4uk

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

🌍 Online Training The Human Rights Centre at the University for Peace (UPeace) invites you to participate in a fully online training on Multilateral Development Banks’ Accountability Mechanisms from 14 -15 May 2026 at 9:00 am–12:00 pm (GMT-6). Apply: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

In this opinion piece, Lakshita Kanhiya, LLD Candidate at the Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria, examines Mauritius’ repeated failure to appear before the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights, despite submitting its latest periodic report. www.chr.up.ac.za/opinion-piec...

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HURIDOCS @huridocs.org · 26/01/2026

📣HURIDOCS is looking for a Project Coordinator to play a key role in building the Global Repository of Human Rights. 🔗Explore the key responsibilities and requirements: huridocs.org/join-our-team/ #NGOJobs #ProjectCoordinator #RemoteJobs

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

The Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria invites applications for the Christof Heyns Human Rights Scholarship, established in honour of the late Prof Christof Heyns and his lifelong commitment to human rights education and excellence. 📅 Closing date: 26 January 2026

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

[Call for Applications] Apply for the Sexual Minority Rights course hosted by @upchr.bsky.social, taking place from 23–27 February 2026. The course explores how law, policy, and advocacy can be used to challenge discrimination and advance equality for all. www.chr.up.ac.za/courses/ahrc...

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

The Centre for Human Rights, Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria invites applications for a one week intensive short course on Sexual Minority Rights, taking place 23 – 27 Feb 2026 in a hybrid format. For more information please visit: www.chr.up.ac.za/courses/ahrc...

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Advanced Human Rights Course: Sexual Minority Rights in Africa

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

The influencer may be the face, but they’re rarely the final decision maker. Belinda Matore breaks down the power structures behind influencer culture and asks whether “safety influencers” could reclaim digital spaces for peace, accountability and human rights. www.chr.up.ac.za/opinion-piec...

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Op-Ed: The hidden hands - Who truly shapes the influencer’s message?

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

[News] On 22 Nov 2025, @upchr.bsky.social held a workshop to strengthen child participation in development frameworks. The event brought together gov, CSOs and children to establish a Child Leadership Team for Lesotho as part of the Global Campus network. Read more: ultrashort.info/PhA6p7

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ICJ @icjurists.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

📚 National Conference on the Privatization of #Education in #Kenya 📅 12 November 2025 🕗 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EAT | 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CET 🌍 In-person & Virtual Event 🔗 Register to attend virtually: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Registration Form for participating in the National Conference on Privatization of education in Kenya, scheduled for 12th November 2025.

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

@upchr.bsky.social, and @unesco.org, invites you to the first Social Media 4 Peace webinar on the foundations of content governance and Digital Rights. Register on zoom: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4231-invitation-social-media-4-peace-sm4p-webinar-series-on-content-governance-and-digital-rights

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Invitation: Social Media 4 Peace (SM4P) Webinar Series on Content Governance and Digital Rights

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Join @upchr.bsky.social, Open Society Foundations, and Pan-African Parliament for the Third Civil Society Parliamentary Dialogue on 8 Nov 2025 in Midrand South Africa. RSVP:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mmXgq0SR5QEmvBDdYsUPxWZFsmaZDdRXecJ6cYiAVWQ/edit#responses

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ICJ @icjurists.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

🎥💻🗣️ @icj-eca.bsky.social Join us on the 27th for this webinar on the protection of #children's #rights in the criminal justice system #discrimination #pretrialdetention #childlaw #childrensrights #ChildRightsMatter #ProtectChildren #NoToChildDetention #JusticeForMinors #humanrights #socialjustice

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

This week, stakeholders are gathering in Lilongwe for a two day Round Table on the Implementation of Decisions and Recommendations Issued by Regional Human Rights Bodies in Respect of Malawi. Through open dialogue, this roundtable aims to turn human rights decisions into action.

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EU-VALUES Network @euvaluesnetwork.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

🎧 New episode out now! Learn about Externalised #EU Borders & Migrants’ Rights. We talk to Mansah Amoah of @upchr.bsky.social (Pretoria) about EU–Africa migration deals, 'repressive partnerships', and what they mean for #humanrights. Listen on the pod now: www.eu-values.eu/podcast

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Malawi’s 2025 election was a verdict on leadership and accountability. Tendai Mbanje’s op-ed unpacks how economic decline, corruption, and broken promises led to President Chakwera’s defeat. “Leadership must be earned through integrity, service, and results.”

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Op-ED: Why Lazarus Chakwera Lost Malawi’s 2025 Elections

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

On 25 Sept @upchr.bsky.social and PsySSA appear before RSA’s Constitutional Court as amici curiae in a landmark case on consent in sexual offences. Their submissions call for a survivor centric, intersectional approach to consent. Read more here: www.chr.up.ac.za/press-statem...

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Press Statement: Centre for human rights and PSYSSA head to the Constitutional Court as Amici Curiae in landmark case on consent

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

[Invitation] @upchr.bsky.social invite you to a hybrid roundtable for Cybersecurity Awareness Month. RSVP/Join online :https://www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4196-invitation-roundtable-on-cybersecurity-and-the-digital-rights-of-marginalised-groups-in-africa

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Women are shaping justice across generations! At a recent FEMNET & Co-Impact dialogue in Nairobi, #HRDA alumnae Awa Gai (2023) & Henrietta Ekefre (2015) shared how the programme empowered their journeys as feminist lawyers advancing #GenderJustice and #HumanRights across Africa.

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

On 24 July 2025, the @upchr.bsky.social and Oxford University hosted the Christof Heyns Human Rights Lecture, honouring his legacy scholar & advocate. Read more: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4183-third-christof-heyns-memorial-lecture-held-in-oxford-addresses-contemporary-human-rights-challenges

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

[Press Statement] This week, @upchr.bsky.social & DOI join civil society in the Western Cape High Court as Amicus Curiae in a landmark case challenging laws that criminalise sex work. We’re calling for decriminalisation and highlighting its impact on women of low socio-economic status.

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

[Expression of interest] The African Human Rights Law Journal is looking to add one or two new members to its editorial team. Apply before 30 September 2025

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

[Vacancy] In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria invite applications for the vacancy Assistant Director. Apply online: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4168-vacancy-centre-for-human-rights-assistant-director-operations-one-year-renewable-contract .

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Join the Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters for a webinar exploring Female Genital Mutilation in Africa: Politics of Criminalisation, a new book edited by Dr Satang Nabaneh . www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

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Invitation to Webinar: Female genital mutilation in Africa: Politics of criminalisation

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

[Call for Papers] The African Coalition for Academic Freedom is inviting academic staff across the continent to take part in a dialogue on academic freedom in Africa. 12–14 November 2025 | Deadline: 31 August 2025 | Submit to: info@acafafrica.org acafafrica.org/event/confer...

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DEADLINE EXTENSION – 31ST AUGUST 2025 CONFERENCE ON ACADEMIC FREEDOM IN AFRICA FOR ACADEMIC STAFF ASSOCIATIONS 20...

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

[Happening Today] The International Conference of the 34th Christof Heyns #AfricanMoot explores statelessness, citizenship & protest, and how we teach African human rights law. #HumanRights #Statelessness #CHRUP #UCTLaw

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HURIDOCS @huridocs.org · 30/06/2025

👀In case you missed it, the recording of RELX’s SDG Inspiration Day panel is now available. HURIDOCS ED, Danna Ingleton, joined a powerful conversation on how philanthropy can help build just, inclusive, and accountable institutions.🔥 👉Watch the full session here: huridocs.org/2025/06/huri...

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HURIDOCS discusses the role of philanthropy in advancing the rule of law at RELX SDG Inspiration Day | HURIDOCS

Our Executive Director highlighted philanthropy's potential role in advancing the rule of law.

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Two members of parliament in Eswatini are serving 25 and 18 year prison sentences for supporting peaceful calls for reform. Mduduzi Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube stood with the people. Their arrest is a blow to democracy and justice. Sign petition: www.change.org/p/free-pro-d...

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Free Pro-Democracy MPs in Eswatini: Demand the Immediate Release of Mduduzi Bacede Mabuza

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

ISLA seeks to appoint a Language Justice Officer to support our work in Francophone West Africa. The Language Justice Officer will be responsible for language justice, providing translation and interpretation services for ISLA internally. Apply online: www.the-isla.org/application-...

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Application Form: Language Justice Officer: Feminist Litigation Network (FLN) in Francophone West Africa - ISLA

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

ISLA seeks to appoint a Legal Manager to lead their work in Francophone West Africa. The Legal Manager will lead the Feminist Litigation Network in FWA, establishing and strengthening our partnerships in FWA, and developing a strategy for Network Development in FWA. www.the-isla.org/fln-in-franc...

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FLN in Francophone West Africa Legal Manager - ISLA

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Today, @upchr.bsky.social joins the global call to confront the rising threat of hate speech intensified by artificial intelligence and digital platforms. Read full statement: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

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Press Statement: International Day for Countering Hate Speech

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Students who have completed their doctoral studies in law at an African University in 2024 are encouraged to submit their theses for consideration for the Christof Heyns Memorial Thesis Award. The winning thesis will be published by PULP Law Press. www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

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Call for Submissions: Christof Heyns Memorial Thesis Award

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

[Op-Ed] In a powerful piece, Tamika Thumbiran reflects on the tragic murder of Olorato Mongale, yet another femicide in a country haunted by its failure to protect women. Read full Op-Ed: www.chr.up.ac.za/opinion-piec...

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Op-Ed: From Carmichele to Olorato: When the Justice System Forgets, Women Die

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

The organisers of the 8th International Conference on the Right to Development invites submissions for the upcoming conference under the theme: "Critical Minerals and the Right to Development". 🛑 Deadline for Abstracts: 17 August 2025 For more intel visit: www.chr.up.ac.za/bhr-news-and...

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Call for Papers: 8th International Conference on The Right to Development

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

@upchr.bsky.social is accepting applications for a training on litigating sexual and reproductive health and rights claims before national and regional mechanisms in Africa. Apply online before 7 June 2025 www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

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Call for Applications: Training on Litigation of Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights before National and Regional Mechanisms in Africa

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Join the HRDA Alumni Association for a Specialised Blog Writing Workshop designed to boost your professional writing skills and sharpen your voice on human rights issues in Africa. Wednesday, 4 June 2025 | 14:30 – 16:00 SAST Platform: Zoom Register on Zoom - www.chr.up.ac.za/news/latest-...

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Centre for Human Rights @upchr.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

On 28 May 2025, @upchr.bsky.social hosted the launch of the "Access to Information in Africa Newsletter." The identified strategic priorities for the future of Access to Information in Africa. Read more: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4066-newsletter-launch-advancing-access-to-information-in-africa

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Newsletter Launch: Advancing Access to Information in Africa

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ICJ @icjurists.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

With a view to advancing the implementation of the #CRPD and the #AfricanDisabilityProtocol, this convening served as a collaborative platform for stakeholders to exchange best practices and raise awareness of the barriers hindering access to justice for persons with disabilities

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ICJ @icjurists.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

🌍 African States must do more to realize the rights of Persons with Disabilities! A new report by @icjurists.bsky.social reveals that #PersonsWithDisabilities across #Africa continue to face systemic, legal and social barriers that prevent them from fully enjoying their fundamental rights.

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