Human Rights & the Rule of Law

The Foundation supports Kofi Annan’s leadership and advocacy to promote good governance, respect for human rights and the rule of law. The Foundation works to amplify Kofi Annan’s voice, as well as catalyse effective action to address specific issues.

Human Rights & the Rule of Law | May 2013 | Malaysiakini

Clean elections in Malaysia are imperative

free, fair and credible elections are vital

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Human Rights & the Rule of Law | May 2013 | Malaysiakini

Clean elections in Malaysia are imperative

Free, fair and credible elections are vital

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Human Rights & the Rule of Law | November 2012 | Joy Online

Conduct yourselves well for the nation's sake, Kofi Annan tells electorate

Kofi Annan has asked Ghanaians to use the 2012 general elections as an opportunity to prove that the country is an African success story whose best days are yet to come.

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Human Rights & the Rule of Law | October 2012 | Nairobi

Statement by H.E. Kofi Annan, Chair of the AU Panel of Eminent African Personalities, on conclusion of the Panel’s visit to Kenya

Over the last three days, President Mkapa and I have held a series of constructive meetings with members of the Government and key national agencies. We have listened intently and we have noted the concerns and challenges expressed.

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Human Rights & the Rule of Law | September 2012 | The Daily Nation

Kenya's Opportunity To Choose For A Generation

Next year, Kenya faces one of the most important elections in its history. On the 50th anniversary of self-rule, the Kenyan people will go to the ballot box to make choices that will shape the destiny of their country.

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Human Rights & the Rule of Law | September 2012 | Businessweek

Charlie Rose Talks to Kofi Annan

Libya is a difficult situation. As you suggest, the new government is trying to establish law and order and security, but they still have their responsibility to try and show that these embassies are protected, and also to try and find the culprits and hold them accountable. The U.S. should insist at least on that.

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Human Rights & the Rule of Law | September 2012 | Voice of America

Kofi Annan Commission Criticizes Financing of US Elections

Promoting the integrity of elections...

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Human Rights & the Rule of Law | September 2012 | BBC Radio 4 The Today Programme

Kofi Annan: Syria 'could explode over the borders'

Syria will not implode but in all likelyhood explode...

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Human Rights & the Rule of Law | April 2012 | Stockholm

Kofi Annan uses Wallenberg centenary to stress our shared responsibility to help defend human rights and end conflict

Kofi Annan stresses shared responsibility to help end conflict...

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Human Rights & the Rule of Law | May 2012 | Stockholm

New stamp honours Raoul Wallenberg

One man can make a difference

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