President signs order promising establishment of a war crimes court in efforts to bring justice 21 years after conflict.
Dounard Bondo
Dounard Bondo is a Liberia-based lawyer and journalist who usually covers stories on human rights, development, and politics with a focus on Liberia’s... post-war justice. In addition to his Law degree (LLB), Dounard also has a BSc in International law and diplomacy and a masters in international maritime law.
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After 20 years of inaction, the new president has a responsibility to take action – and fast.
Issues around the economy and the civil war could affect how Liberians vote in Tuesday’s election, analysts say.
President George Weah, who is seeking a second six-year term, is up against 19 other candidates, on Tuesday.
Analysts warn of more protests ahead of the 2023 elections despite President Weah’s popularity in parts of Liberia.
Prosecutions in Europe are important, but they are not nearly enough.
The law, which ends a 1973 ban on dual nationality, is partly due to extensive campaigning by Liberians in the diaspora.