Justice in conflict? War, Peace and Impunity in Africa

The International Criminal Court is the first permanent international institution set up to prosecute those responsible for war crimes, genocide and crimes against humanity. The ICC has undertaken its first investigations, issued its first warrants and begun its first prosecution all in Africa. Yet in northern Uganda, some have questioned whether the ICC's efforts to try rebel leaders for atrocities may be hampering peace negotiations. Others argue that the ICC has had a positive impact on the prospects for peace and reconciliation. The ICC's investigations in the DRC and Darfur also present the challenge of combating impunity in the context of ongoing violations and peace negotiations. When the demands of peace and justice are at odds, there are difficult choices to be made. How can the search for justice best support the search for peace and reconciliation?

Luis Moreno-Ocampo is the ICC's first Chief Prosecutor, elected in 2003.

Helena Kennedy QC is one of Britain's leading lawyers.

Keynote address:

Peace, Justice and the International Criminal Court

Luis Moreno-Ocampo

Panel presentations and discussion with:

Nick Grono, Crisis Group

Barney Afako, legal advisor to Ugandan peace negotiations

Marieke Wierda, International Center for Transitional Justice

This event is free and open to all with no ticket required. Entry is on a first come, first served basis.