Kenyan Chief Justice Announces Special Court
Groundbreaking development made public at launch of IWPR and Wayamo Foundation programme.
10 Dec 12
Law reform
First Verdict From 12 Good Georgians
Launch of jury trials seen as key to building trust in the courts.
25 Nov 11
Turkmen Citizens Grow Litigious
15 Nov 11
Setback for Penal Reform in Kazakstan
Rights activists warn conditions will worsen as control of prisons reverts to interior ministry.
25 Aug 11
Azerbaijan: Controversial Return of Indicted Ex-Leader
Mutallibov allowed back to attend son’s funeral, but president’s unilateral granting of immunity raises eyebrows.
15 Aug 11
Georgia: Espionage Law Under Scrutiny
Campaigners say officials use controversial legislation to secure dubious convictions.
9 Aug 11
Georgians Split on Jury Service Plan
Some say the government could have brought in far more effective judicial reforms.
27 Sep 10
Uganda: Remand Prisoners Incarcerated for Years
Thousands of detainees said to be denied timely hearing due to ineffective legal and judicial system.
21 Sep 10
Tajikistan Needs Child-Friendly Justice
Juvenile rights advocate calls for joined-up reforms to reduce number of youth offenders given custodial sentences.
20 Sep 10
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