International Law

Hennie Strydom, Christopher Gevers, Oliver Ruppel, Laurence Juma, Patrick Vrancken, Gerhard Kemp, Werner Scholtz, and Frans Viljoen

This text is designed specifically for students, who require a first introduction to international law.
Through a clear and logical structure, the text simplifies the complexity of the subject matter and presents the system of international law in a coherent manner, thereby addressing conceptual learning issues.
Provides numerous contemporary examples and local cases, to support understanding.
Focuses on conceptual and academic skills development, which is essential to success in the course: Understanding and working within the overall structure of international law; Understanding and applying contemporary political context; Reading and analysing international law cases, and identifying the problems in issue; Critical analysis and reflection, and independent thinking; Problem-solving and application (students should understand the tangible benefits of international law for society); Learning to engage in sound legal analysis and reasoning, rather than populist rhetoric.
Clearly addresses the relationship between South African and international law: Provides a coherent perspective of international law within the contexts of South African domestic law, the African region, and the international law system. Draws links between South African law and international law Explains how international law becomes part of domestic law Explains how policy developments at an international level influence domestic developments and decision-making Explains the role of the United Nations and regional organisations
Important and topical issues are addressed: Discusses relevant judgments from other African jurisdictions Impunity and jurisdiction in relation to the International Criminal Court (ICC) Economic development International human rights Peace and security in Africa (African Union interventions) Climate change Child trafficking Slavery Humanitarian law
Offers valuable ancillary materials, which support important aspects of learning and key skills: Reading and analysing international law cases, and identifying the problems in issue; Applying principles to problems and legal cases (problem solving) Critical analysis and reflection, and independent thinking; Learning to engage in sound legal analysis and reasoning, rather than populist rhetoric.

International Law

Hennie Strydom, Christopher Gevers, Oliver Ruppel, Laurence Juma, Patrick Vrancken, Gerhard Kemp, Werner Scholtz, and Frans Viljoen

Description

International Law offers a rigorous yet accessible introduction to public international law for students. Presenting a clearly structured conceptual framework, the text is designed to support understanding by providing a concise, coherent perspective of international law principles and systems at domestic, regional and international levels. In addition to the standard, core material addressed in international law curriculae, the text examines judgments from South African courts and African jurisdictions, and provides a challenging analysis of key, emerging developments which are particularly relevant to the African context. These topics include:

International criminal law, protection of individuals against mass atrocities, the use of force against non-state actors, international trade and investment law, international climate change law, legal protection of the environment.

Additional teaching and learning resources assist students to master the subject matter, and support the development of advanced academic skills. International Law is suited as core course material for students who are studying public international law as a module of the LLB degree, or at postgraduate level. It is also a useful resource for legal practitioners who may wish to engage with foundational and current principles of the field.

International Law

Hennie Strydom, Christopher Gevers, Oliver Ruppel, Laurence Juma, Patrick Vrancken, Gerhard Kemp, Werner Scholtz, and Frans Viljoen

Part 1 - INTERSTATE RELATIONS: ORIGINS, DEVELOPMENT AND INTERNATIONAL LAW MAKING
Chapter 1 - DEFINING EPOCHS
Chapter 2 - STATEHOOD AND RECOGNITION
Chapter 3 - INTERNATIONAL LAW MAKING AS AN ATTRIBUTE OF STATE SOVEREIGNTY
Part 2 - FOUNDATIONAL PRINCIPLES AND ENFORCEMENT OF INTERNATIONAL LAW
Chapter 4 - THE FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES OF THE INTERNATIONAL LEGAL ORDER
Chapter 5 - MAINTAINING INTERNATIONAL PEACE AND SECURITY: THE ENFORCEMENT OF INTERNATIONAL LAW
Part 3 - JURISDICTION AND CONTROL OVER TERRITORY AND PERSONS
Chapter 6 - JURISDICTION OF STATES
Chapter 7 - TREATMENT OF ALIENS
Chapter 8 - EXTRADITION AND DEPORTATION
Chapter 9 - REFUGEES
Chapter 10 - DIPLOMATIC PRIVILEGES AND IMMUNITIES
Part 4 - THE INTERNATIONAL LAW OF HUMAN SECURITY
Chapter 11 - INTERNATIONAL PROTECTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Chapter 12 - INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN LAW
Chapter 13 - INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL LAW
Chapter 14 - INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Chapter 15 - PROTECTION OF INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENTS: SELECTED CONTEMPORARY ASPECTS
Chapter 16 - LEGAL PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT