What happened
Navi Pillay, a former judge at the International Criminal Court and United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. The Nobel Committee recognized Pillay's efforts to promote peace and international law. Her work has had a significant impact, from Rwanda to Gaza.
Pillay's background, growing up in South Africa, played a role in shaping her into a driving force in international law and human rights. A BBC correspondent, Joe Inwood, has explored how her childhood influenced her career.
