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African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights (1981)
The African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights is a regional human rights instrument that promotes and protects human rights and basic freedoms in Africa. Malawi acceded in 1990.
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Adopted in 1981, the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights is a key regional instrument for the promotion and protection of human rights in Africa. It covers civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights. Malawi became a party to the Charter in 1990, reinforcing its commitment to human rights on the continent.
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