Megan van Schalkwyk

Legal Programme Officer at ICRC

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

The courtroom was simulated, but the legal challenges were anything but simple. ⚖️

At the Zimbabwe national #ihl moot court competition, law students debated complex questions and put the rules of war into practice.

Watch the highlights. 🎥

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

Wrapping up the first week of the All-Africa Course on International Humanitarian Law! 🌍
Day 4 featured a lecture by Prof. Arthur van Coller on the principles of IHL and the notion of direct participation in hostilities.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

@stadio_HigherEd And to close off the day, Zambia National Army’s Brigadier General Mwizukanji Namwawa delivered a lecture on the conduct of hostilities and the means and methods of warfare.

#IHL #AllAfricaIHL

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

Finally launched! 🎲

Rapid Response: IHL — a fast-paced board game that brings international humanitarian law to life through real-world conflict scenarios.

The rules of war , now in play.

Think fast. Make the call. Put your #IHL knowledge to the test.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

Rapid Response: IHL strengthens understanding of the rules of war by taking learning beyond lectures and textbooks.
Through fast-paced scenarios, players put their #IHL knowledge into practice,making complex legal principles more accessible, practical & relatable.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

And that’s a wrap! 🎲

Rapid Response: IHL brought #IHL to life through fast-paced scenarios, lively exchanges and a little friendly competition.
A fitting close to two weeks of learning, discussion and exchange on international humanitarian law.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

And we’re off!🌍
Day 1 of the All Africa Course on International Humanitarian Law is underway at @go2uj .Participants from across Africa are coming together to learn, exchange ideas and deepen their understanding of #IHL and how it protects humanity in times of armed conflict.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

Women and girls must be seen, heard and able to influence the decisions that affect them. When women are empowered to participate meaningfully in their economies and societies, communities become more resilient and the prospects for peace improve.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

Strengthening respect for International Humanitarian Law requires collective commitment. Yesterday’s engagement by state representatives advanced preparations for December’s High-Level Conference on Humanity in War in Jordan. The Initiative’s strength lies in its universality.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

Addressing state representatives at the Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to IHL, @DIRCO_ZA Deputy Minister @AlvinBotes74959 called for enhanced participation ahead of December’s High-Level Conference on Humanity in War in Jordan.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

@ICRC_SAfrica was honoured to join @redcrosseswatin in a session with Shiselweni local leaders (Tindvuna teTinkhundla & Secretaries).Insightful discussions on the RCRC Movement, emblem protection, and grounding International Humanitarian Law (IHL) within African perspectives.

[UNHCR Rep to AU & ECA @UNHCR_AU]

Fruitful start to the 9th AU Humanitarian Architecture Training in Lusaka, co-organized by @_AfricanUnion& @Refugees w/@FCDOGovUK support. Participants r gathered (3-5 June) 2 strengthen understanding of humanitarian law & policies & response to humanitarian crisis across Africa.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

The IHL & Separated, Missing & Dead: From Law to Practice Masterclass convenes legal, forensic & humanitarian experts to address a key challenge: clarifying the fate of the separated, missing & dead during armed conflict & strengthening responses grounded in IHL & human dignity.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

Opening remarks by @ICRC_SAfrica Head of Delegation @JNPaquetRouleau & Professor @MMBradleyIHL at the “IHL and the Separated, Missing and Dead: From Law to Practice” masterclass co-hosted by @go2uj, @SARCILaw and @ICRC_SAfrica.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

Join the ICRC for “Protecting Missing Persons in Armed Conflict: Engaging Non-State Armed Groups.” This hybrid event unveils a new study exploring how armed groups can prevent family separation, account for the missing, and treat the dead with dignity → https://t.co/qiPK7kZBvr

[ICRC Ethiopia @ICRCEthiopia]

The Global International Humanitarian Law Initiative (GIHLI), aims to restore respect for the Geneva Conventions which remain a living lifeline for the most vulnerable.

An All-Africa High-Level & Expert Workshop on #IHL and #Disarmament took place in Addis on March 4–5.

Watch👇🏾

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

“IHL reflects a shared heritage and universal rules of warfare. Highlighting traditions such as those in the Tool on African Traditions and the Preservation of Humanity in Warfare encourages States to embrace this legacy.”
Read more: https://t.co/bnU1JSj37n

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

Interview 🎙️ with @PYoussefICRC by @peterndoro for @channelafrica1

🔴“With more than 50 active armed conflicts in Africa, representing almost 40% of all conflicts worldwide, the humanitarian situation naturally degrades from year to year.”

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

From 2- 5 December, the ICRC will co-
host a Seminar on #IHL with @DIRCO_ZA
bringing together State representatives
from SADC & Indian Ocean regions.
Focusing on the role of States in
strengthening #IHL. The seminar is of vital
importance given widespread violations
of the law.

[ICRC Southern Africa @ICRC_SAfrica]

There are now around 130 armed conflicts worldwide, far more than in the 90s. Too often, the rules meant to protect civilians are ignored. The #GHLI initiative aims to reverse this trend and strengthen states’ commitment to upholding the rules of war. #IHLSeminar