A/HRC/28/11 40. Botswana noted legislative and policy measures taken since the previous UPR on Angola, and the judicial reforms protecting women and children against trafficking and violence. It noted the measure to prevent corruption; it also noted challenges in the area of child abuse and neglect and the lack of specific legislation to protect children. 41. Brazil commended the progress made by Angola towards ratifying CAT and OPCAT, but was concerned that some challenges still remained, particularly regarding persons with disabilities. 42. Burkina Faso encouraged Angola to coordinate human rights structures, provide human rights education, complete its birth registration campaign and eradicate accusations of witchcraft against children. 43. Burundi commended the country’s Commission on Justice and Law Reform, ratification of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and measures promoting gender equality and combating violence against women and children. 44. Cabo Verde noted the efforts made by Angola to improve human rights. It encouraged it to intensify its human rights activities and urged the international partners of Angola to provide all necessary assistance. 45. Canada enquired about progress made since the adoption of Law 25/11 on Domestic Violence. It was concerned about restrictions on minority religions, particularly Muslim communities, and press freedom. 46. The Central African Republic commended the ratification by Angola of several international instruments and its adoption of socioeconomic measures aimed at improving living conditions. 47. Chad noted the adoption of measures towards social protection, universal education, combating domestic violence and supporting elderly persons. It encouraged cooperation with the Human Rights Council and treaty bodies. 48. China commended the achievements in combating domestic violence, protecting children’s rights, reforming the education system and improving the health-care system. It also welcomed the ratification by Angola of CRPD and its signature of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD). 49. The Congo noted the adoption of the Constitution, accession to various international instruments, and prison reform. It encouraged Angola to create a national human rights institution in accordance with the principles relating to the status of national institutions for the promotion and protection of human rights (Paris Principles). 50. Costa Rica recognized the signature by Angola of ICERD, CAT and OP-CAT, and domestic violence legislation. Extrajudicial executions, excessive use of force and intimidation were of concern. 51. Côte d’Ivoire welcomed the creation of the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights and accession to international instruments, including CRPD and the Optional Protocol thereto (OP-CRPD). 52. Cuba applauded steps to improve the poverty situation, the right to health, human rights education and sustainable development; it noted better child protection and development, and a reduction in illiteracy. 53. The Czech Republic warmly welcomed the delegation of Angola to the universal periodic review. 7