Also known as: The Hague branch
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… The ICC – based in The Hague in the Netherlands – was set up in 2002 to pursue cases of genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and aggression. …
Niger pulls out of International Criminal Court after calling it neo-colonialistThe Standard
… Previous editions of the summit have been hosted in The Hague, Seoul and Spain's A Coruña.Speaking during the announcement, Ambassador Philip Thigo said the summit would seek to move discussions beyond broad ethical principles and focus on practical actions. …
Kenya to host global military AI Summit, a first for AfricaCitizen Digital
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Kenya named first African host of global military AI Summit in 2027Citizen Digital
… The trial at the district court of The Hague is set to last until June 29, with a verdict expected on August 28. …
Rwanda genocide suspect faces Dutch trialCitizen Digital
… His closest rival, Uhuru Kenyatta, and his deputy designate William Ruto, were then facing charges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) at the Hague over the 2007 post-election violence. …
Evidence kwa Kalatas! Raila die-hard supporter reflects on his viral 2013 memeThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeInternational Court of Justice (ICJ) during a sitting at the Hague, Netherlands on October 22, 2025. …
Top UN court to rule on right to strikeThe Standard
… He died while hospitalised in The Hague, the Netherlands, at the age of 91. The announcement of his death by the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT) is unlikely to bring closure to victims’ families and instead marks a painful interruption to efforts t …
No closure for genocide victims as Kabuga dies before trial endsCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya May 16 – Félicien Kabuga, the Rwandan businessman accused of financing and supporting the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, has died while hospitalized in The Hague, Netherlands. …
Rwandan genocide suspect Félicien Kabuga dies in The Hague as UN tribunal orders inquiryCitizen Digital
… Photo by SIMON WOHLFAHRT/AFP Audio By Vocalize The International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals has confirmed the death of Rwandan businessman Félicien Kabuga, who passed away while hospitalized in The Hague, The Netherlands. …
Rwandan genocide suspect Félicien Kabuga diesCitizen Digital
… The International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague has already issued arrest warrants for Putin over the abduction of Ukrainian children and four of his top commanders for targeting civilians. …
Thirty-six countries approve creation of special tribunal for UkraineNiger has officially submitted its withdrawal request from the ICC on 18 June, nine months after announcing its intent alongside Mali and Burkina Faso, citing the court as an "instrument of neo-colonialist repression". The withdrawal takes effect one year after notification, and Niger must honour its obligations to the court until that date.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Niger has officially submitted its withdrawal request from the ICC on 18 June, nine months after announcing its intent alongside Mali and Burkina Faso, citing the court as an "instrument of neo-colonialist repression". The withdrawal takes effect one year after notification, and Niger must honour its obligations to the court until that date.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya has secured hosting rights for the fourth Responsible AI in the Military Domain (REAIM) Summit, to be held in Nairobi in April 2027, making it the first African country and first Global South nation to host the meeting. The two-day summit will bring together governments, military leaders, technology firms, researchers and policy experts to discuss practical safeguards around AI use in defence systems.
20 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya has been selected to host the fourth Responsible AI in the Military Domain (REAIM) Summit in April 2027, becoming the first African nation to stage this high-level global conference on artificial intelligence in defence and security. The summit brings together governments, defence institutions, technology firms, academia and international organizations to discuss responsible use of AI in military operations and global governance frameworks for emerging defence technologies.
19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 68-year-old Rwandan man is on trial in the Netherlands, accused of inciting and participating in the massacre of 3,000 Tutsis in the southern Mbazi district during the 1994 Rwanda Genocide, and of looting and destroying Tutsi homes.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
In 2013, Nicolas Owino Magina, a Raila Odinga supporter from Kondele in Kisumu, became the subject of a viral video after crying uncontrollably on camera during street protests in response to Uhuru Kenyatta's election victory declared by then-IEBC chairman Isaack Hassan. Magina has now reflected on the meme that resulted from his emotional reaction.
5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Court of Justice will issue an advisory opinion on whether the 1948 Convention 87 of the International Labour Organisation implicitly protects the right to strike. The non-binding ruling, expected Thursday, could clarify the right to strike in international law and has profound implications for global labour relations, with unions arguing the convention protects strike rights and employers disagreeing.
21 May 2026 · The Standard →
Félicien Kabuga, described as a key financier of the 1994 Rwandan genocide in which close to a million people were killed, has died at age 91 while hospitalised in The Hague. His death during his trial leaves victims' families without closure and questions about his networks and the extent of his role partially unanswered.
18 May 2026 · The Standard →
Félicien Kabuga, a Rwandan businessman accused of financing and supporting the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, has died while hospitalized in The Hague. The UN International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals confirmed his death and ordered a full inquiry into the circumstances.
16 May 2026 · Capital News →
Félicien Kabuga, a Rwandan businessman facing charges of genocide, conspiracy to commit genocide, incitement to genocide, and crimes against humanity, has died while hospitalized in The Hague, Netherlands. The International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals has ordered a full inquiry into the circumstances of his death.
16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Thirty-four European states plus Australia, Costa Rica, and the EU expressed intention to join a special tribunal to prosecute Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed an accord with the Council of Europe last year to create a legal body to prosecute the "crime of aggression" in the invasion Russia launched in 2022.
16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Felicien Kabuga, a suspect in the 1994 Rwandan genocide accused of financing and orchestrating Radio-Télévision Libre des Mille Collines (RTLM), died Saturday in his 90s at a hospital in The Hague where he faced trial. The International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals has ordered a full inquiry into his death.
16 May 2026 · The Standard →
Multiple gunshots rang out at the Philippine Senate as Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, wanted by the International Criminal Court over alleged crimes against humanity, sought refuge inside the building. Interior Secretary Juanito Victor Remulla confirmed no casualties and said the search for the gunmen was ongoing.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto launched Justice Njoki Ndung'u's candidature for the International Criminal Court judge position at State House Nairobi on Wednesday, calling it a national endorsement and urging Kenyans to support her bid. Ruto highlighted Justice Njoki's over three decades of service as a State counsel, Nominated MP, constitutional reform advocate, and Supreme Court judge.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto launched Lady Justice Njoki Ndung'u's candidature for the International Criminal Court judge position at State House Nairobi on Wednesday, calling it a national endorsement and emphasizing Kenya's commitment to international justice and a rules-based international order.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Justice Njoki Ndung'u, nominated by the Kenyan government, is running for election as an International Criminal Court judge, emphasizing her Supreme Court experience, commitment to victim-centred justice, and record of independent judicial reasoning.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has stepped up Kenya's diplomatic push for Justice Njoki Ndung'u to be elected as an ICC judge, introducing her to leaders from numerous African and international countries during the Africa Forward Summit. Kenya is seeking support from the 125 member states of the Rome Statute, emphasising Justice Ndung'u's legal experience and contributions to constitutional jurisprudence.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Institute of Human Rights has criticized President Ruto's efforts to support Supreme Court Justice Njoki Ndung'u's candidacy for an ICC bench position, citing Ruto's alleged role in hindering justice for victims of 2007/2008 post-election violence and arguing the Kenyan government failed to provide full cooperation in ICC prosecutions.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto is campaigning for Supreme Court Judge Njoki Ndung'u, Kenya's candidate for the International Criminal Court, introducing her to regional and international leaders including French President Emmanuel Macron. The election is set for December 2026 during the 25th Assembly of State Parties in New York, with seven candidates competing for the position.
11 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
For Mother's Day, five experts share their favourite paintings of mothers or maternal figures, including works by Gerard ter Borch and Caravaggio that capture the relationship between mother and child through both intimate domestic scenes and spiritual imagery.
10 May 2026 · The Standard →
Venezuela told the International Court of Justice that it rejects the court's jurisdiction over a century-old dispute with Guyana regarding a 160,000-square-km border territory around the Esequibo river and an offshore area where significant oil and gas discoveries have been made.
7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has intensified efforts to secure a seat for Supreme Court Judge Njoki Ndung'u at the International Criminal Court, with President William Ruto and top government officials rallying behind her candidacy in what officials describe as a coordinated, non-partisan push. Ndung'u, a long-serving Supreme Court judge since 2011, is recognised for her work on constitutional law, criminal jurisprudence, and the Sexual Offences Act.
6 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenyan government has intensified diplomatic backing for Justice Njoki Ndung'u's bid for a seat on the International Criminal Court, with President Ruto convening a high-level strategy meeting that included the Chief Justice, Prime Cabinet Secretary, and Head of Public Service to demonstrate unified commitment.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Criminal Court ordered $8.5 million in compensation to victims of Al Hassan, a Malian former jihadist leader convicted in 2024 of war crimes and crimes against humanity. The court awarded collective community-based reparations and symbolic measures to 65,202 victims.
29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Dutch firm De Heus is investing Ksh.3 billion in an animal feed manufacturing plant in Athi River, aimed at strengthening agricultural value chains and food security. The Netherlands has over 150 companies operating in Kenya and is deepening economic ties with the country as a regional trade hub.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Judges at the International Criminal Court confirmed murder charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte as crimes against humanity, saying there were "substantial grounds" to believe he played a key role in the murders of 76 people as part of his so-called "war on drugs". The case will now proceed to trial.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →