Chad: Justice Needed for October Crackdown
Investigate Killings, Torture, Deaths in Custody, Unlawful Detentions
In May 2016, a special court in Senegal convicted Hissène Habré, the former president of Chad, for serious international crimes and sentenced him to life in prison. Habré was convicted of crimes against humanity, war crimes, and torture, including rape and sexual slavery. The verdict was the result of a 25-year campaign by Habré’s victims and their supporters. As of January 2021, the victims of the former Chadian dictator have yet to receive any reparations following the historic 2016 atrocity conviction in Senegal.
Investigate Killings, Torture, Deaths in Custody, Unlawful Detentions
Ensure Independent Investigation, Hold Those Responsible Accountable
Open Civic Space, Ensure Accountability for Excessive Force
African Union, Chad Fail Victims 7 Years After Late President’s Conviction
Investigate Killings, Torture, Deaths in Custody, Unlawful Detentions
Prompt, Impartial Investigations of Security Forces Needed
Respect Rights to Assembly, Expression; Investigate Use of Force; Open Political Space
Six Years After Hissène Habré’s Conviction, African Union and Chad Fail Victims
Authorities Should Drop Politically Motivated Charges
Year After Takeover, Impunity, Unclear Election Timeline Are Major Concerns
Open Civic Space, Ensure Accountability for Excessive Force