Declaration by the Presidency of the Council of the European Union on the Death of the Lawyer Goungaye Wanfiyo in the Central African Republic
- On: 31.12.2008
The Presidency of the Council of the European Union pays homage to the memory of the lawyer Goungaye Wanfiyo, president of the Central African League of Human Rights (LCDH) who died in an accident on 27 December.
It welcomes the actions of this courageous activist, whose steadfast commitment to the defence and promotion of human rights in the Central African Republic was recognised by all. He notably campaigned for international criminal justice for victims of violence through his support for the work of the International Criminal Court. This commitment also led him to participate actively in the forum on inclusive political dialogue that has just come to a close in Bangui.
The Presidency of the Council of the European Union conveys its deepest condolences to his family and loved ones, whose grief and sadness it shares.
- Updated: 31.12.2008
