Conseil National des Droits de l'Homme de Côte d'Ivoire
CNDH
Summary
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The CNDH (Conseil National des Droits de l'Homme) was established by Loi n°2018-900 of 30 November 2018 as an Independent Administrative Authority replacing the former CNDHCI. Its 12 members are drawn from civil society, academia, the bar, religious authorities, and unions — all designated by decree of the Council of Ministers following procedures set by statute.
The CNDH receives and investigates complaints against security forces, conducts non-judicial inquiries, and monitors places of deprivation of liberty including prisons and police custody. It holds GANHRI 'A' status (Paris Principles compliant). It may recommend but cannot impose discipline; it refers findings to relevant authorities and lacks statutory subpoena power.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Case-by-case |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Loi n°2018-900 du 30 novembre 2018 portant création, attributions, organisation et fonctionnement du Conseil national des droits de l'Homme
- Citation
- Loi n°2018-900 du 30 novembre 2018
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
National human rights institution; receives and investigates complaints of human rights violations by state actors including security forces; monitors all places of deprivation of liberty (prisons, police custody, immigration detention); issues non-binding recommendations and annual reports to the National Assembly.