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Revitilising the campaign against sedition and insult offences in Africa

Sedition laws are a serious threat to freedom of expression and democracy in Africa. These laws are often used to silence dissent and criminalize legitimate criticism of the government. In…

Staff Writer30 October 2023

Void for Vagueness Doctrine: Unpacking the Constitutionality of Sedition Laws

In the administration of justice, the judiciary is faced with interpreting the country’s laws in compliance with the Constitution. In a world where many legislatures have maintained, reinforced, or reintroduced…

Staff Writer31 May 2023

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