Section 184 (2)(d) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa read with Section 13(1)(b)(i) of the South African Human Rights Act 40 of 2013 mandates the Commission to develop programs that will educate the public about the observance of human rights, particularly Chapter 2 the Bill of Rights.

The engagement follows several complaints lodged with the Commission arising out of the farming communities within the province in relation to their living conditions, lack of access to basic needs, and allegations of abuse by farm owners. On the other hand, farm owners allege attacks, abuse and unreasonable demands by farm dwellers that often impact farming businesses negatively.

The Commission, therefore, has invited different role players to come together and discuss these issues at length in the interest of all parties concerned. The purpose of the engagement is to find lasting solutions that will allow harmonious cooperation between the parties and hopefully reduce the number of human rights complaints going forward.

The engagement is scheduled to take place as follows:
Date      : 20 July 2023
Venue: McBest Guesthouse, Ermelo
Time     :10:00 to 15:00

For further information or enquiries, please contact SAHRC Mpumalanga Senior Legal Officer, Mr. Emmanuel Nkonde, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) 060 832 1173 or Legal Officer, Ms. Thobile Sibanyoni (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) on 013 – 752 5890/078 670 4360