Understanding the nature, scope and standard operating procedures of the African Commission's special procedure mechanisms
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1 janvier 2021
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Kennedy Kariseb, « Understanding the nature, scope and standard operating procedures of the African Commission's special procedure mechanisms », African Human Rights Law Journal, ID : 10670/1.gvs2wj
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Special procedure mechanisms form an important aspect of the human rights architecture of the African Commission. Although introduced gradually, these mechanisms have grown in both size and scope. This article considers the overall nature, scope and standard operating procedures of the African Commission's special procedure mechanisms in light of development and evolution by reference to its composition; selection and appointment ofmandate holders, code of conduct of mandate holders (that is, independence and conflict of interest), working modalities, immunities and privileges and procedure. It also identifies and analyses possible areas of reform in this system.