UK raises rights issues: UK Addresses Human Rights Concerns in Lesotho During UN Review
The UK’s Ambassador for Human Rights to the UN, Eleanor Sanders, delivered a statement at Lesotho’s Universal Periodic Review at the Human Rights Council in Geneva. Sanders welcomed Lesotho’s efforts to protect human rights, particularly the implementation of existing legislation to address gender-based violence.
Key Concerns and Recommendations
The UK urges the Lesotho government to tackle the structural drivers of gender-based violence and extend support services for survivors, especially in rural areas. Sanders emphasized the need to protect the rights of those living and working near the Lesotho Highlands Water Project, ensuring adequate compensation, employment benefits, and educational opportunities.
Protecting Rights of Communities Affected by the Lesotho Highlands Water Project
The UK recommends that Lesotho provides communities affected by the project with adequate compensation and access to related electricity, employment, and educational opportunities. Sanders also highlighted the importance of safeguarding women from sexual exploitation in these areas.
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Supporting Women and Girls
The UK calls on the government to extend support services for women and girls in both rural and urban areas, including for survivors of sexual violence. This would help address the pervasive issue of gender-based violence and ensure that survivors receive the necessary support.
Promoting Indigenous Language Education
Sanders encouraged Lesotho to address inequities in early years education by supporting children from the ebaPhuti and Xhosa peoples to access educational resources in their indigenous languages. This would help promote inclusive education and preserve the cultural heritage of these communities.
Recommendations for Lesotho
The UK recommends that Lesotho:
1. Provides communities affected by the Lesotho Highlands Water Project with adequate compensation and access to related electricity, employment, and educational opportunities.
2. Extends support services for women and girls in both rural and urban areas, including for survivors of sexual violence.
3. Implements a strategy to support children from the ebaPhuti and Xhosa peoples to access educational resources in their indigenous languages.
By addressing these concerns, Lesotho can make significant progress in promoting human rights and improving the lives of its citizens.
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