Paris: On the eve of the 10th anniversary of the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa (Maputo Protocol), the Coalition of the campaign, Africa for Womens' Rights: Ratify and Respect reiterates its call for the continental ratification of this progressive instrument within the African human rights system and for its effective implementation. Adopted on July 11, 2003, to complement and strengthen the articles of the African Charter related to the protection and promotion of women's rights, the Maputo Protocol is an important instrument of reference. Its provisions, with regard to civil and political rights, physical and psychological integrity, sexual and reproductive health, non-discrimination, economic emancipation, among others, symbolise African States' commitments to put an end to discrimination, violence and gender stereotypes against women.
11 July 2013