Kei Emmanuel Duku
United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has called on the Transitional Government of National Unity to establish the Hybrid Court, as stipulated in the 2018 peace agreement.
The commission believes that the Hybrid Court is essential for addressing the legacy of human rights violations and ensuring accountability.
The recent passage of the Truth, Reconciliation, and Healing, and the Reparation Authority Act is a positive step, but the establishment of the Hybrid Court remains crucial.
The UN Commission is currently visiting the African Union in Addis Ababa to discuss the human rights situation in South Sudan.
The commission will share its findings and recommendations with the African Union Peace and Security Council and the African Commission on Human and People’s Rights.
The African Union played a significant role in brokering the 2018 peace agreement.
The UN Commission will engage with the AU and other regional actors to address the challenges hindering the implementation of the peace process.
Despite multiple extensions, the implementation of the peace agreement has been slow, raising concerns about the government’s commitment to lasting peace and reconciliation.
The establishment of the Hybrid Court is a crucial step towards achieving these goals.