In this research he focused on the political transition sparked by the South-African Truth and Reconciliation Commission; questions pertaining to both international criminal law and legal philosophy. Central in his research stood the question: “why did the South Africans opt for a tribunal and the possibility of amnesty instead of a criminal tribunal that could try and punish the crimes of the past?”.
This research delves into the political transition in South Africa, particularly the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and its impact on international criminal law and legal philosophy. The central question is: "Why did the South Africans choose a tribunal with amnesty over a traditional criminal court that could punish past crimes?".