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From the 25^th to 29^th August, Dr Ojedokun had the privilege of attending the 16^th Seminar in International Humanitarian Law (IHL) for Academics and Policymakers at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The seminar brought together scholars, practitioners, and policymakers from across the world to reflect on the evolving dynamics of armed conflict and the continued relevance of IHL in contemporary warfare

Dr Umenze participated in the Multidimensional Peace Operations Course (MDPO25) at the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC), Accra, Ghana. The course was very interactive, allowing participants to actively engage in practical exercises across various aspects of multidimensional peace operations. They shared knowledge and learned about the critical roles played by peacekeepers in managing armed conflict, the prospects and challenges in modern peace operations. The participants, most of whom had had mission experiences, were drawn from different countries, presenting a valuable networking opportunity. The vast field experience of the instructors enhanced the practical approach to lecture delivery and learning outcomes. The two-week course provided the knowledge that anyone interested in peace operations should acquire.

Dr. Umenze would like to sincerely thank the South African Research Chair in International Law (SARCIL), University of Johannesburg, and everyone in the office of the Research Chair, the Swiss Confederation, and the KAIPC for the opportunity and sponsorship.