Banjul Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights

The Banjul Charter, officially known as the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights, is a key human rights treaty adopted in 1981 in Banjul, Gambia. It aims to promote and protect the rights of individuals and communities across Africa. The Charter emphasizes civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights, highlighting the importance of both individual freedoms and collective rights of peoples. It establishes mechanisms for enforcement and compliance, encouraging African countries to uphold human rights standards, thereby fostering dignity and justice in the region.