Atilla Kisla, International Justice Cluster Lead at the Southern Africa Litigation Centre (SALC) sits down with Wayamo’s Linda Bore and discusses developments in or regarding the exercise of universal jurisdiction in South Africa. He talks about the legal, political, and logistical challenges facing African lawyers bringing cases before African courts, and reflects on the opportunities available for advancing justice.
00:10 SALC has played a notable role in bringing forward potential international crimes cases before South African courts.
02:49 What are some key cases and successes in front of African courts?
03:45 European states have exercised universal jurisdiction.
What opportunities exist for African countries, and how can states be encouraged to adopt and implement this principle?
06:19 What legal, political, and logistical challenges have you faced with the cases you brought before South African courts?
09.45 Can regional collaboration among African civil society enhance the use of universal jurisdiction to prosecute international crimes on the continent?
