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International Human Rights Law in Africa, 2nd Edition

International Human Rights Law in Africa, 2nd Edition, surveys the regional institutions, legal frameworks, and processes shaping human rights protection in Africa. It covers the UN system, African Union, sub-regional communities, and their relationships with national legal systems, with case law and newer instruments addressed in this edition.

At a glance

Examines human rights frameworks within the United Nations system, African Union, and African sub-regional economic communities.
Discusses links among regional institutions including the Pan African Parliament, Peace and Security Council, and African Peer Review Mechanism.
Covers African Charter case law and newer instruments, including a chapter on the African Children's Rights Committee.
Explores national implementation, legal integration, and the role of human rights in poverty eradication.

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Pros and cons

Pros

Broad regional scope connects institutions, legal norms, case law, and national legal systems.
The second edition adds coverage of the African Children's Rights Committee and several newer instruments.
Its substantial 662-page length supports use as a detailed reference.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Publication details
Publisher	Oxford University Press
Edition	2nd
Publication date	June 18, 2012
Language	English
Print length	662 pages
ISBN-10	0199645582
ISBN-13	978-0199645589

Physical details
Weight listed	2.85 pounds
Dimensions	9.8 x 1.7 x 7.1 inches

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Law students and researchers studying African or international human rights law.
Readers seeking a regional reference on African institutions, treaties, and implementation.

Less suited to

Readers looking for a short introduction or a current-only survey. The listed publication date is 2012.

Customer reviews on Amazon

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Aggregate ratings lean positive, but the small number of ratings and a notable two-star share make the overall signal limited and not uniformly favorable. The listing describes a broad, 662-page legal reference, which may suit readers seeking detailed regional coverage, but the ratings do not establish specific strengths or explain the lower scores.

Frequently asked questions

What subjects does this book cover?

It examines human rights institutions and rules under the UN system, African Union, and sub-regional economic communities, along with their links to national legal systems.

What is added in the second edition?

The listing describes a new chapter on the African Children's Rights Committee and coverage of newer developments and instruments, including disability rights, enforced disappearances, and democracy and governance.

How long is the book?

The listing gives a print length of 662 pages.

Is this a recent overview?

The listed publication date is June 18, 2012, so readers seeking coverage of developments after that date should consult newer sources as well.