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International PEN v Ghana (Communication 93 of 1993)

African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights · [1993] ACHPR 5 · 1993 Communication Withdrawn AI-generated summary ↓ Download Pin to watchlist Add to matter
Jurisdiction
Uganda
Case Type
Communication concerning freedom of expression withdrawn by author
Decision
Communication withdrawn by author and file closed

Observed later treatment

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Holding

Communication 93/93 concerning freedom of expression was withdrawn by the author on 24 March 1993. The African Commission closed the file in accordance with Article 56 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights. No substantive determination was made.

Outcome

Communication withdrawn by author and file closed

Facts

International PEN filed Communication 93/93 with the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights against Ghana concerning freedom of expression. On 24 March 1993, the author requested withdrawal of the communication. The Commission closed the file pursuant to Article 56 of the African Charter.

Issues

  1. Whether the communication should be withdrawn at the request of the author

Orders

  • Communication withdrawn at author's request.
  • File closed.

Legislation cited (1)

  • African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights Article 56

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International PEN v Ghana (Communication 93 of 1993) [1993] ACHPR 5 (24 March 1993)
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