SA’s Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay awarded 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

Author: news24.comPublished on: October 9, 2026Country: South Africa

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SA’s Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay awarded 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

Former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Navanethem 'Navi' Pillay from South Africa, was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. She received the award for her work promoting human rights and international justice. She is recognized for her commitment to defending fundamental rights worldwide.

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