For further information on South Africa's laws and state practices please visit the following resources:

• ICRC Customary International Law database
• RULAC database
• ICC Legal Tools project

Genocide

Implementation of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court Act, No.27 of 2002

Crimes Against Humanity

Implementation of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court Act, No.27 of 2002

War Crimes

Implementation of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court Act, No.27 of 2002

Torture

There is no specific offence of torture under South African law.

Hostage-Taking

Protection of Constitutional Democracy Against Terrorist and Related Activities Act 2004

List of practitioners working in South Africa

List of universal jurisdiction cases

Caveat: This description of the law does not purport to be complete. Before embarking on any investigation one should consult with local legal experts. This page was last reviewed on the 18 August 2010.