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22 March 2018
This year, South Africa will observe World Water Week under the ominous cloud of the Cape Town water crisis, and the stark reality of long-term water scarcity in South Africa and beyond our borders. The spotlight on water is at the heart of all conversations in South Africa with questions mainly being raised around sustainable water management, government’s role in the securing access of clean water for all citizens, and the future we face with alarming rates of drought and other weather extremes around the world.
This year, South Africa will observe World Water Week under the ominous cloud of the Cape Town water crisis, and the stark reality of long-term water scarcity in South Africa and beyond our borders. The spotlight on water is at the heart of all conversations in South Africa with questions mainly being raised around sustainable water management, government’s role in the securing access of clean water for all citizens, and the future we face with alarming rates of drought and other weather extremes around the world.
22 March 2018
The government has twelve months to fast-track the process of land restitution for Khoi-San communities, as part of their recognition as indigenous communities.
The government has twelve months to fast-track the process of land restitution for Khoi-San communities, as part of their recognition as indigenous communities.
21 March 2018
As we celebrate Human Rights Day and commemorate the anniversary of the Sharpeville Massacre, equality remains the most violated right in South Africa, according to the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC).
While the Bill of Rights is meant to protect the rights of every South African, rights such as the right to equality, human dignity, freedom of expression, access to education and healthcare are enjoyed by some.
As we celebrate Human Rights Day and commemorate the anniversary of the Sharpeville Massacre, equality remains the most violated right in South Africa, according to the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC).
While the Bill of Rights is meant to protect the rights of every South African, rights such as the right to equality, human dignity, freedom of expression, access to education and healthcare are enjoyed by some.
21 March 2018
Today is Human Rights Day. Here are your rights as enshrined in the Constitution …
Today is Human Rights Day. Here are your rights as enshrined in the Constitution …
21 March 2018
Caroline Marinus, 63, who lives with her daughter, her grandson, his wife, and great-granddaughter, 2, in Voelvlei Street, said it was unfair that they had lodged several complaints to the City of Cape Town since Thursday March 15 but the problem had still not been resolved by yesterday, Tuesday March 20.
Caroline Marinus, 63, who lives with her daughter, her grandson, his wife, and great-granddaughter, 2, in Voelvlei Street, said it was unfair that they had lodged several complaints to the City of Cape Town since Thursday March 15 but the problem had still not been resolved by yesterday, Tuesday March 20.
21 March 2018
Human Rights Day is commemorated annually on 21st March to honour the sacrifice of those who fell during the Sharpeville massacre on this day in 1960. This massacre claimed the lives of many people protesting against the Apartheid pass laws, including children, and left in its wake the abiding memory of its horror. National Human Rights Day holds immense significance for the South African Human Rights Commission (the SAHRC or Commission), tasked by the Constitution to monitor, promote and protect human rights. The Commission has planned a range of activities throughout the country during human rights month and will be commemorating the day with various activities across South Africa, to emphasise the value of respect for human rights in a democratic country.
Human Rights Day is commemorated annually on 21st March to honour the sacrifice of those who fell during the Sharpeville massacre on this day in 1960. This massacre claimed the lives of many people protesting against the Apartheid pass laws, including children, and left in its wake the abiding memory of its horror. National Human Rights Day holds immense significance for the South African Human Rights Commission (the SAHRC or Commission), tasked by the Constitution to monitor, promote and protect human rights. The Commission has planned a range of activities throughout the country during human rights month and will be commemorating the day with various activities across South Africa, to emphasise the value of respect for human rights in a democratic country.
20 March 2018
Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa in partnership with other government departments, private and civil organisations will this afternoon host a Human Rights dialogue at the Vaal, in Johannesburg.
Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa in partnership with other government departments, private and civil organisations will this afternoon host a Human Rights dialogue at the Vaal, in Johannesburg.
20 March 2018
SA Rugby has proudly endorsed a TAG rugby exhibition match between the Jozi Cats – South Africa’s first gay and inclusive competitive rugby team – and the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) on Wednesday in celebration of Human Rights Day as the sport strives to achieve equality for all on and off the field.
SA Rugby has proudly endorsed a TAG rugby exhibition match between the Jozi Cats – South Africa’s first gay and inclusive competitive rugby team – and the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) on Wednesday in celebration of Human Rights Day as the sport strives to achieve equality for all on and off the field.
20 March 2018
As South Africans celebrate Human Rights Day on March 21, we look at 15 rights every citizen must know.
As South Africans celebrate Human Rights Day on March 21, we look at 15 rights every citizen must know.
20 March 2018
The basic human right to freedom of expression is believed to be increasingly under threat as with the recent banning of the film, Inxeba: The Wound.
The basic human right to freedom of expression is believed to be increasingly under threat as with the recent banning of the film, Inxeba: The Wound.
19 March 2018
The South African Human Rights Commission says it is greatly concerned about the lack of safety and security in schools.
The South African Human Rights Commission says it is greatly concerned about the lack of safety and security in schools.
17 March 2018
Lobby groups like Equal Education and Section 27 have expressed shock and anger at the tragedy, adding the basic education department must be held accountable.
Lobby groups like Equal Education and Section 27 have expressed shock and anger at the tragedy, adding the basic education department must be held accountable.
17 March 2018
The South African Human Rights Commission says it will investigate the death of a 5-year-old child who fell into a pit toilet at a school in Bizana in the Eastern Cape.
The South African Human Rights Commission says it will investigate the death of a 5-year-old child who fell into a pit toilet at a school in Bizana in the Eastern Cape.
16 March 2018
Pretoria - The public hearing into allegations of discrimination, racism, sexism and harassment at Unisa has heard how a senior academic was constantly accused of being a racist and white supremacist.
Pretoria - The public hearing into allegations of discrimination, racism, sexism and harassment at Unisa has heard how a senior academic was constantly accused of being a racist and white supremacist.
16 March 2018
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC or Commission) is appalled at the death of 5 year old Viwe Jali, who died earlier this week after falling into a pit latrine at Luna Primary school in Bizana, in the Eastern Cape. Only 3 years after the tragic and preventable death of 5 year old Michael Komape, the failure of the State to prevent a reoccurrence and to eradicate the prevalence of pit latrines in schools is unacceptable.
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC or Commission) is appalled at the death of 5 year old Viwe Jali, who died earlier this week after falling into a pit latrine at Luna Primary school in Bizana, in the Eastern Cape. Only 3 years after the tragic and preventable death of 5 year old Michael Komape, the failure of the State to prevent a reoccurrence and to eradicate the prevalence of pit latrines in schools is unacceptable.
16 March 2018
The provincial government must publicly account for the "continuing appalling state of many schools in the Eastern Cape"‚ the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) said on Friday.
The provincial government must publicly account for the "continuing appalling state of many schools in the Eastern Cape"‚ the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) said on Friday.
15 March 2018
Incidents of racism can now be reported with a few clicks via cellphone‚ using a new tool launched by the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation on Thursday.
The Zimele Race Report App is being tested in a pilot phase to identify trends reflecting where and when racist incidents occur across the country.
Incidents of racism can now be reported with a few clicks via cellphone‚ using a new tool launched by the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation on Thursday.
The Zimele Race Report App is being tested in a pilot phase to identify trends reflecting where and when racist incidents occur across the country.
The controversial pastor, Oscar Bougardt, has been ordered by the Cape High Court not to preach against homosexuality for the next two months, he is facing charges of hate speech and contravening a court order.
14 March 2018
Human rights in South Africa are a mixed bag with enormous challenges and difficulties, but also positive developments and obstacles that have been overcome, and hope, according to the South African Human Rights Commission which is holding a two-day seminar “Business and Human Rights Dialogue” in Johannesburg this week. “South Africa has very good infrastructure in terms of laws, policies and institutions,” Advocate Tseliso Thipanyane, SAHRC CEO told the African News Agency during an interview on the sidelines of the seminar at the Capital Moloko Hotel in Sandton on Tuesday.
Source: Newsreader
Human rights in South Africa are a mixed bag with enormous challenges and difficulties, but also positive developments and obstacles that have been overcome, and hope, according to the South African Human Rights Commission which is holding a two-day seminar “Business and Human Rights Dialogue” in Johannesburg this week. “South Africa has very good infrastructure in terms of laws, policies and institutions,” Advocate Tseliso Thipanyane, SAHRC CEO told the African News Agency during an interview on the sidelines of the seminar at the Capital Moloko Hotel in Sandton on Tuesday.
Source: Newsreader
13 March 2018
JOHANNESBURG, March 13 – Bongani Majola, Chairperson of the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC), said the involvement of businesses in supporting human rights is essential if human rights in South Africa and elsewhere are to advance.
JOHANNESBURG, March 13 – Bongani Majola, Chairperson of the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC), said the involvement of businesses in supporting human rights is essential if human rights in South Africa and elsewhere are to advance.
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