Legal Human Rights and Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition V Tanzania, Application No. 039/2020 (13 June 2023)

Authors

Kafula M. Kasonde, LL.M., University of Pretoria

Publication Date

11-2023

Abstract

This judgement is a milestone in the Tanzanian jurisprudence as it subjects the Tanzanian legal system to scrutiny by an international court with regards to a provision in a domestic statute providing for non-bailable offenses. The legal system of Tanzania overlooked an opportunity in this case to examine the compatibility of national legislations with international human rights standards. This judgement highlights the critical role of human rights non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and their efforts to challenge domestic laws that may infringe upon fundamental rights through emphasizing the need for alignment and adherence to international human rights standards.

Recommended Citation

Kasonde, Kafula M. (2023) "Legal Human Rights and Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition V Tanzania, Application No. 039/2020 (13 June 2023)," SAIPAR Case Review: Vol. 6: Iss. 2, Article 4.
Available at: https://scholarship.law.cornell.edu/scr/vol6/iss2/4