Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
The Nobel Committee has awarded its 2026 Peace Prize to human-rights jurist Navi Pillay, citing her work promoting peace and international law.
The Norwegian Nobel Committee awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to South African jurist Navanethem “Navi” Pillay, recognising her work to promote peace and international law. The Committee announced its decision on 9 October.
Pillay has held senior roles in international justice and human-rights institutions, including serving as United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. The Nobel Committee’s announcement and the United Nations profile provide further details about her career and the award.
Sources: Norwegian Nobel Committee, 9 October 2026 — https://www.nobelpeaceprize.org/press/press-releases/nobel-peace-prize-for-2026 ; United Nations profile — https://www.un.org/en/node/248970 ; Associated Press — https://apnews.com/article/f60744c07df969e50e9e69786fdb7de1