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10 Oct 2026


Nobel Peace Prize goes to Navi Pillay

Indian-origin South African jurist honoured for championing human rights and international justice

South African jurist Navi Pillay, 85, has won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for advancing international law and accountability for war crimes, genocide and crimes against humanity. A former UN human rights chief, she is recognised for defending human rights and supporting justice for survivors.