The Role Of Governance In The Protection Of Human Rights Of Refugees In Southern Africa
- IJLLR Journal
- May 15
- 1 min read
Ms. Chimuka Mukonka, LLB (University of Surrey), LLM (University of Law), Lecturer
Counsel Collins Nkumbwa, Esq., CIP (NIPA), LLB (UNZA), LLM (UNZA), AHCZ,
ASCZ, PhD Cand. Advocate, Lecturer of law and Commissioner of Oaths
ABSTRACT
This ascertains the role of democracy plays a part in the protection of fundamental human rights of refugees, with Southern Africa as a focal point. The paper mainly covers three countries; Zambia, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The main area of focus is the rights of refugees in their country of origin and host countries. The paper shows that the absence of properly functioning democracy can lead to the violation of individuals’ fundamental human rights. The paper highlights the concept of human rights in relation to democracy by emphasizing the United Nations constant and persistent promotion of democracy for the protection and consolidation of human rights, and the interdependence between democracy and human rights. The paper also analyses the situation of refugees in the host countries and whether their fundamental rights are being respected, and if democracy has played any role in upholding these rights.
Keywords: Democracy, Refugees, Human Rights, Regional and International Instruments.
