Summary
Navanethem “Navi” Pillay, a South Africa-born judge on the International Court of Justice and former UN human rights chief, won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. She was honored for her work promoting peace and international law.Key Facts
- Navi Pillay is 85 years old.
- She serves as a judge at the International Court of Justice.
- She previously led human rights efforts at the United Nations.
- The Nobel Peace Prize ceremony took place in Oslo, Norway.
- The Norwegian Nobel Committee chose her for her contributions to peace.
- The announcement was made on October 9, 2026.
- The prize recognizes efforts to encourage peaceful relations between countries and uphold global legal rules.
