Africa's Role and Contribution to International Criminal Justice, Volume 26

This book explores international criminal justice in Africa,covering issues such as universal jurisdiction,victim treatment,court functions,and criminal justice systems. It aims to establish a greater understanding of international criminal justice and its relation to Africa and beyond,expanding the conversation beyond narrow topics.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 284 pages
Publication date: 23 September 2020
Publisher: Intersentia Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into a diverse array of topics related to the development, application, and enforcement of international criminal justice within Africa and on the African continent. Authored by esteemed experts hailing from Africa, this book endeavors to comprehend the broad scope and profound impact of these issues at the national, regional, and global levels. Africa's Role and Contribution to International Criminal Justice engages in theoretical and policy discourses on the substantive and procedural aspects of criminal law and justice within the African context. The contributors explore a range of topical issues, including the approaches adopted by African states to address matters of universal jurisdiction, the treatment of victims, and the contentious debates surrounding the functioning and appropriate functioning of courts in addressing these complex matters. Additionally, the book delves into the exploration of the ideas, themes, institutions, practices, concepts, and patterns of convergence of criminal justice systems across Africa. Its primary objective is to establish a deeper understanding of international criminal justice and its intricate relationship with Africa, while also broadening the discourse beyond the limited topics often discussed in the realm of African criminal justice. By undertaking this comprehensive exploration, the book aims to contribute to a more comprehensive and nuanced understanding of international criminal justice and its significance in shaping the global landscape.

Weight: 528g
Dimension: 170 x 243 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781780689074