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Congolese minister Bininga defends human rights in Dakar

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Congolese Justice Minister Aimé Ange Wilfrid Bininga is taking part in the 89th session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, held in Dakar from 12 to 21 October 2026. He reaffirmed the Republic of the Congo’s commitment to promoting and protecting human rights, according to Journaldebrazza.

The Congolese Minister of Justice and Human Rights, Aimé Ange Wilfrid Bininga, called for continued efforts to protect fundamental rights at the 89th session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights in Dakar. The meeting is being held from 12 to 21 October 2026, Journaldebrazza reports.

Leading an official delegation, Bininga said that despite the progress made by the Republic of the Congo, the effective protection of human rights requires the continued commitment of public authorities and other stakeholders. The session brings together representatives of states, national human rights institutions and civil society organisations to examine progress and challenges across the continent.

The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights is an African Union body tasked with promoting human rights and contributing to their protection. The Congolese minister took part in discussions on protection mechanisms and the implementation of commitments made by African states.

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