UNESCO and African Network of Judicial Trainers lead regional action
UNESCO and African Network of Judicial Trainers lead regional action
Publish Date: 2026-03-10 13:31:00
Source Domain: www.unesco.org
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Regional Workshop: Thirty-one members from the African Network of Judicial Trainers (ANJT) convened in Maputo for a workshop focused on Artificial Intelligence, Justice, and Human Rights.
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Participants: The event included directors of judicial training institutes, Supreme Court justices, and senior magistrates from various African jurisdictions.
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Objective: The primary aim was to examine how technological advancements, particularly Artificial Intelligence, are transforming justice systems across Africa.
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Key Address: Michael Croft, UNESCO’s Regional Director, highlighted the importance of equipping judges and educators with the knowledge to make informed decisions about new technologies, stressing that justice processes should remain centered on human values.
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Central Theme: A focus on maintaining a human-centered approach to justice in the context of technological change was a key theme of the discussions.
