The French Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms Anne-Sophie Avé (fourth from left), with the President of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights (AfCHPR), Justice Blaise Tchikaya (centre, wearing a red tie), after their talks at the court’s premises in Arusha, last week. Others in the photograph include officials from the French Embassy (left) and senior staff of the African Court (right). (Photo by a Correspondent).
BY THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER
France has expressed readiness to support capacity-building initiatives at the Arusha-based African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights (AfCHPR) as part of efforts to strengthen cooperation and enhance the court’s work.
According to a press release from the court, the commitment was conveyed by the French Ambassador to Tanzania, Anne-Sophie Avé, during a courtesy visit to the President of the Court, Justice Blaise Tchikaya, last week.
“France stands ready to support initiatives of mutual interest, particularly in the areas of cooperation and capacity-building,” the French Ambassador told the court’s president.
Discussions between the two sides focused on the court’s mandate and ongoing efforts to improve its case management systems as well as its engagement with international and regional judicial bodies.
Justice Tchikaya, who was accompanied by the Deputy Registrar, Ms Grace Wakio Kakai and other officials, reaffirmed the court’s commitment to strengthening partnerships that support its mandate.
“The court remains committed to deepening cooperation with partners in advancing access to justice and the protection of human and peoples’ rights,” Justice Tchikaya stated.
The French Ambassador also commended the court on its 20th anniversary, describing it as “a powerful reflection of the court’s journey, milestones and impact over the past two decades.”
