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A critical analysis of the demobilisation, disarmament, reintegration and rehabilitation in relation to child soldiers in the Democratic Republic of Congo
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
In many countries around the world, approximately 230 million children are living in countries affected by armed conflict. 15 million of them were caught up, in various parts of Africa, in violent conflicts. Some of the ...
The death penalty in Zimbabwe: a human rights perspective
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)
There has been an ongoing debate on the abolishment of the death penalty in Zimbabwe. The public, non-governmental organisations and human rights activists need clarity as to the effectiveness, justification and purpose, ...
The impact of privatisation of water supply and services on the fulfilment of human water rights in selected developing countries
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)
Transitional justice after the military regimes in Nigeria: a failed attempt?
(University of Western Cape, 2013)
Sexual minority rights in Cameroon
(University of Western Cape, 2012)
The objective of this study is to explore the criminalisation of persons based on sexual
orientation in Cameroon in light of that country’s international human rights obligation. The study examines the constitution and ...
Legal protection of humanitarian workers during a non-international armed conflict
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)
This research paper focuses on the legal protection of humanitarian workers. It refers to the experience of governmental organizations with a humanitarian vocation, and international humanitarian organizations, such as, ...
The Impact of Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism on the Right to Education
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)
After the 9/11 terrorist attacks in the United States of America, there has been a shift in the policies of many countries to combat terrorism. Terrorism has had a devastating effect on many citizens of the world. These ...
The protection of the right to freedom from torture and extradition in South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2013)
Holding South Africa Accountable : A Critique of the Reports Submitted to Treaty Bodies Pertaining to the Rights of Children with Disabilities
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
South Africa recently submitted reports to three treaty bodies regarding steps taken
over the past two decades to implement the rights of children with disabilities. This
study is focused on critically analysing the South ...