He commended the African Commission for its continued dedication to advancing human rights across Africa, describing its work as “exemplary” and “inspiring,” particularly in addressing the continent’s evolving human rights challenges.
The minister noted that the session had once again highlighted the importance of dialogue, cooperation, and shared responsibility among African states in confronting issues affecting human dignity, justice, equality, and the rule of law.
He said the deliberations over the past days reflected a collective aspiration for “a peaceful, democratic, and prosperous Africa grounded in human dignity, justice, equality, and the rule of law.”
According to him, states across the continent have made progress in strengthening legal and institutional frameworks aimed at protecting fundamental rights and freedoms. He specifically pointed to ongoing efforts to combat violence against women and children, improve access to justice, and enhance accountability systems.
Minister Jallow also commended states that have complied with their reporting obligations under the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, describing periodic reporting as a vital tool for transparency, self-assessment, and peer learning within the African human rights system.
He encouraged all remaining states to submit their reports in a timely manner, stressing that compliance strengthens both the credibility and effectiveness of the continental human rights framework.
Highlighting global and regional challenges, the minister warned that the international human rights system is currently under pressure due to armed conflicts, insecurity, and humanitarian crises in different parts of the world. He said such crises continue to cause widespread suffering and strain international institutions.
He further emphasised that human rights challenges can no longer be viewed in isolation, noting that instability, terrorism, human trafficking, irregular migration, and unconstitutional changes of government in one country often have cross-border consequences.
“In our interconnected world, instability and conflict in one nation inevitably affect regional stability, economic development, and social cohesion across the continent,” he stated.
He therefore called for stronger African solidarity, cooperation, and early response mechanisms to address emerging threats and human rights concerns.
The Attorney General also acknowledged the critical role played by civil society organisations, national human rights institutions, and development partners in supporting states and the Commission in promoting democracy, good governance, access to justice, and human rights protection.
As the session concluded, he urged all stakeholders to renew their commitment to implementing the resolutions and recommendations adopted during the proceedings.
“Let us continue to work tirelessly towards an Africa where the rights, freedoms, and dignity of every individual are fully respected, protected, and promoted,” he concluded.
The session brought together representatives of member States, human rights institutions, civil society organisations, and development partners from across the continent to review progress and address key human rights concerns affecting Africa
