Members of the People’s Tribunal for Afghan Women have traveled to South Africa to meet civil society organizations, human rights institutions, and prominent public figures in an effort to strengthen international support for Afghan women and advance accountability for human rights violations.
According to Rawadari, the organization that coordinated the visit, the primary objective was to transform discussions into practical action, deepen international cooperation, and build broader solidarity aimed at forming a global coalition against the suppression of women in Afghanistan.
During the visit, members of the delegation held meetings with anti-apartheid activists, university scholars, representatives of the South African Human Rights Commission, the Human Rights Foundation, the South African Transitional Justice Network, and members of the Muslim community in Cape Town.
Rawadari stated that all meetings emphasized continued cooperation, the exchange of experiences, and sustained support for the people and women of Afghanistan.
Participants also discussed practical forms of collaboration, including engagement with academic and human rights networks, organizing joint events, and expanding advocacy efforts in international forums.
Organizers highlighted South Africa’s historical experience in confronting apartheid and its role in international justice processes, describing the visit as an important step toward strengthening global support for Afghan women.
The People’s Tribunal for Afghan Women is a symbolic and non-governmental initiative established with the support of the Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal and human rights advocates.
Its stated mission is to document violations of women’s rights, draw international attention to the situation in Afghanistan, and increase pressure for accountability regarding policies and actions affecting Afghan women.
The visit comes amid continued international debate over the status of women’s rights in Afghanistan and ongoing efforts by activists to mobilize greater global engagement on the issue.
