Modibo Sacko
Justice Modibo Sacko is a Malian lawyer and the Vice-President of the African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights. He is recognized for his commitment to justice and human rights, presiding over significant cases that impact the African continent.
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Justice Sacko had been elected on June 2, 2025, for a two-year term scheduled to run until June 2027, but he resigned after only six months.
Malian Justice Sacko steps down from African Court presidency ahead of time
Tanzania· 2026-02-26
Judge Sacko thanked the Registry and staff for their support during his tenure as President of the African Court.
Judge Blaise Tchikaya elected President of African Human Rights CourtTanzania· 2026-02-25
Justice Modibo Sacko is the new president of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights presiding over the case.
Ogiek return to African Court over delayed justice in landmark land rights caseTanzania· 2025-06-06
Justice Modibo Sacko has been elected as the new President of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights.
Malian judge succeeds Tanzanian counterpart as new President of African Human Rights CourtTanzania· 2025-06-03Vice President Justice Modibo Sacko of Mali will also step down after completing two consecutive two-year terms.
African Court to elect new President on MondayTanzania· 2025-05-31
Justice Modibo Sacko is the Vice-President who remarked on the thorough consideration of the submissions.
African Court concludes hearing DRC-Rwanda human rights caseTanzania· 2025-02-15
