Minister of Justice Hon. Princess Kasune has called for efforts to increase inclusive participation, clear definitions, and strong enforcement mechanisms by the international community so as to deter acts of aggression. 
Speaking yesterday on the sidelines of the high-level Conference convened by the Africa Legal Aid (ALFA) in Johannesburg, South Africa at the review of the Kampala amendments on the crime of aggression, Ms. Kasune noted that there was a need for Africa to work together with a common voice.
She said this would ensure that the international community came together to contribute to a more peaceful continent where Member States coordinated and collaborated well on various legal issues for the benefit of its citizens. She also stated that States would need to strive to avoid selective enforcement or political bias in the prosecution of aggression, ensuring that all persons, as well as leaders are held to the same standards.
She said it was important that all African Justice Ministers met at the Conference to accelerate discussions bordering on the administration of justice by identifying obstacles and finding solutions if the continent was to achieve its goals on legal matters.
“The Africa Legal Aid Conference has provided a platform for engagement and knowledge sharing. The Conference is key to underscoring various discussions such as establishing a fair and legitimate regime for the crime of aggression, necessitates a multifaceted approach that balances accountability with justice, respects the rights of individuals, and promotes international cooperation,” Ms. Kasune said.
She noted that Africa needed to build a culture of peace that would encourage Member States to build peaceful relations through diplomacy, dialogue, and cooperation, thereby reducing the likelihood of aggression. “This would strengthen international norms against aggression through treaties, conventions, and multilateral agreements that reinforce the commitment to peace and security,” she said.
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