Focus
ICC - International Criminal Court
Years active: 2005-2015
IWPR is at the forefront of media interventions in situations of human suffering and mass abuses around the world. It gives a voice to the vulnerable and delivers crucial analysis on conflict and impunity to both a local and global audience. As the leading news agency reporting on international justice and human rights, IWPR makes an important contribution to the value and effectiveness of local judicial mechanisms as well as international legal institutions such as the International Criminal Court (ICC).
On Home Ground, Lubanga Verdict Falls Flat
Conviction for using child soldiers does not reflect full scale of abuses in Ituri conflict, locals say.
Who's Heard of Hissène Habré?
Former leader of Chad has escaped prosecution for years, but wheels of justice are now slowly turning.
Darfur Students Under Pressure in Sudan
Concerns about unfair targeting of young people from western region.
Sudan Police Get Tough on Student Protests
Harsh treatment of demonstrators suggests Khartoum fears spread of unrest.
Talking Accountability in North Uganda
IWPR radio programme and community-based discussions provide vital channel for citizens to put concerns to local government.
Concern at UNHCR Pullout From North Uganda
As refugee agency winds up work, concerns persist over future of elderly people still unable to return to homes.
Darfur Women Take on Hard Labour
Gruelling, poorly-paid construction work seen as only way of earning an income.
Bemba's Men Took "No Decision Without his Consent"
Accused was in daily contact with combatants deployed to Central African Republic, witness says.
Female Singers Stir Blood in Darfur
Women use song to incite men into conflict with neighbouring tribes.