Despite a wave of recent withdrawals—Chad, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger among them—most African nations remain committed to the International Criminal Court, with 33 of the continent’s 54 countries still party to the Rome Statute. Chad, which announced its withdrawal recently, accused the court of disproportionately targeting Africa, a sentiment that other critics have espoused. However, experts note that many of the cases, particularly during the ICC’s early years, stemmed from voluntary referrals by African governments themselves. Analysts say continued African membership signals commitment to international justice at a time when the court faces pressure from the United States and others. While scholars argue the debate reflects broader tensions over fairness and selectivity in global justice systems, rights groups warn that withdrawing states leave victims of atrocities without recourse.