JUST IN: SA jurist and human rights lawyer Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
Pillay was awarded the prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law.
South African jurist and human rights lawyer Navi Pillay has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, according to the Norwegian Nobel Committee. Pillay, who served as the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, was recognized for her efforts to promote peace and international law. The announcement was made on October 9, 2026.
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