African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights Forms

The African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights is a regional court established to protect and promote human rights in Africa. Its main role is to interpret and apply the provisions of the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights, which is a key human rights instrument in Africa. The court is designed to complement and strengthen the human rights protection system on the continent by providing individuals and groups with a forum to seek justice for human rights violations. It has the authority to receive complaints, conduct hearings, and issue judgments that are binding on member states.