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A peace agreement between the government of Central African Republic and 14 armed groups which control most of the country has taken effect after the final signatories inked the document.
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Here are its main points:
JUSTICE AND RECONCILIATION
– The parties acknowledge the “painful consequences and the scars of serious crimes” and vow not to repeat them.
– A Truth, Justice, Reparation and Reconciliation Commission will begin its work within 90 days.
– In the meantime, the parties will set up a commission to investigate the CAR’s conflict and propose actions which could lead to legal proceedings.
– The agreement does not spell out any amnesty for militia leaders — something that has been a stumbling block in past agreements. However, the president may exercise a “discretionary right to issue pardons”.
TRANSITIONAL SECURITY
– Signatories agree to set up “special mixed units” of militia members and the security forces under an initial two-year transition period.
– The units will be supervised by the military. Militia members who join these units must adhere “completely” to the principles of the peace deal and complete two months’ training.
– The units can request technical assistance from MINUSCA, the UN mission in CAR.
UPHOLDING CONSTITUTION
– The parties agree to respect the constitution, laws and regulations of CAR.
– They agree to not seize or retain power by force.
– They agree to organise free, transparent and credible elections to “consolidate democracy”.
– The president agrees to form an “inclusive government”.
IMPLEMENTATION AND FOLLOW-UP
– The parties recognise the deal depends on “sincerity” and acting “in good faith”.
– They agree to set up an implementation and follow-up mechanism (MOS) to check on the deal’s progress.
– Separately, they will create an “Executive Committee for Follow-up” (CES), co-chaired by the African Union, the government and militias. It will meet at least once a month.
© February 2019 – LAMINE MEDIA with AFP – All rights of reproduction reserved.
