Oslo, Oct 9, 2026 (AFP) - S.African judge Pillay wins Nobel peace prize: key reactions

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2026-10-09

South African judge and human rights champion Navi Pillay won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday in recognition of her work against war crimes and crimes against humanity. Pillay, who headed the Rwanda genocide tribunal, also presided over a UN commission that accused Israel of genocide in Gaza. Here are some of the major reactions to her award: - South African president - President Cyril Ramaphosa said the award was a "profound tribute to the vete......

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