Tina Alai, Transitional Justice Advisor, United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan sits down with Wayamo to discuss the potential for the exercise of universal jurisdiction in East Africa, the role of civil society organisations in the pursuit of justice for international crimes, and the developments in Kenya that give her hope for the future.
Timestamps:
00:10 Does East Africa have a role to play in the exercise of universal jurisdiction?
01:49 Are there any obstacles which could hinder East African states from taking a more leading role in universal jurisdiction cases?
05:32 What role can civil society actors play in pushing States to exercise universal jurisdiction?
08:23 Can civil society play a role in case building, including engaging with prosecutors to encourage them to file cases, among other efforts?
11:27 What gives you hope?
