Navi Pillay, the former United Nations human rights chief, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize by the Norwegian Nobel Committee.

Key facts

  • Navi Pillay is a former UN human rights chief.
  • She won the Nobel Peace Prize announced on October 9, 2026.
  • The Norwegian Nobel Committee recognised her for her efforts to promote peace and international law.

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