... Africa. Traditionally, international law was based between nations and did not encompass the rights of the individual until relatively recently. However, over the past 50 years it has been firmly established, through a large number of bi-lateral treaties, that human rights generally, and human rights of the individual, now fall within the ambit of international law. The establishment of the United Nations (UN) in 1945 marked the start of a new era for international law. The UN was established to promote peace and prevent war, as well as to reaffirm Human Rights. It was stated in the charter that promoting and respecting human rights and fundamental freedoms for all without distinction was a goal all should strive to achieve. Over time, as the national membership of the UN grew, its influence over the international arena also grew. Sub-committees were appointed to oversee new Declarations and strategies for sanctions were developed. The ...

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