The Taylor Trial

The trial of Charles Taylor is continuing in The Hague. The Trial Chamber has heard testimony from over 25 Prosecution witnesses.

The AFRC Trial

The trial of three former AFRC leaders, including the Appeal, has been concluded.

The CDF Trial

The Appeals Judgement in the case of The Prosecutor vs. Moinina Fofana and Allieu Kondewa is expected in late May.

The RUF Trial

The trial of three former RUF leaders is currently in the Defence phase. The Court is hearing testimony from witnesses for Second Accused Morris Kallon.

The Special Court for Sierra Leone was set up jointly by the Government of Sierra Leone and the United Nations. It is mandated to try those who bear the greatest responsibility for serious violations of international humanitarian law and Sierra Leonean law committed in the territory of Sierra Leone since 30 November 1996.

Currently, one case has been completed, including appeals, and one is awaiting judgment by the Appeal Chamber. The RUF case is in the Defence phase.

The trial of former Liberian President Charles Taylor is in the Prosecution phase at The Hague.