ECOWAS Community Court of Justice - 2021 July

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July 2021
The court found Togo liable for torture, denial of fair hearing, and unlawful termination of a soldier’s employment, awarding compensation.
Human rights – torture – cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment – arbitrary dismissal – right to fair hearing – right to work – admissibility – state responsibility for acts of agents – inquiry and reparations
9 July 2021
The Court found Togo liable for torture, arbitrary detention, and violation of freedom of assembly following police assault on a protester.
Human rights – Torture and inhuman treatment – Freedom of assembly – Arbitrary detention – State obligations – Burden of proof – Effective remedy – Compensation.
9 July 2021
A non-permanent staff member's claims for wrongful dismissal and benefits failed as his contract lawfully expired and regulations excluded such entitlements.
Labour law – ECOWAS Community staff regulations – employment categories – distinction between permanent and non-permanent staff – contract renewal and conversion – discrimination – wrongful dismissal – exhaustion of internal remedies – claims for contractual benefits by non-permanent employees.
7 July 2021