Navi Pillay's work has significantly advanced the recognition of war crimes and genocide in international law.

“I congratulate our beloved Navi Pillay on her richly deserved Nobel Peace Prize. She follows in the footsteps of Chief Albert Luthuli and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, carrying forward South Africa’s proud tradition of linking peace with justice and human dignity. From defending apartheid’s most vulnerable to her pioneering role in the Akayesu judgment, she has transformed international justice. That judgment helped establish rape and sexual violence as weapons of war—a historic breakthrough that placed survivors’ experiences at the heart of international justice. At the ICC, as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, and leading the inquiry that found Israel responsible for genocide in Gaza, she has brought unwavering integrity and courage to holding power accountable. For those of us who have benefited from her leadership and commitment to human rights, democracy, and the rule of law, she has been a generous mentor and trusted adviser. I cannot think of anyone more deserving of this extraordinary honour.” 1/2

The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Navi Pillay, from South Africa, for her efforts to ensure that war crimes and genocide are prosecuted. (NYT) Congratulations to her.