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Media Statement: SAHRC notes pending litigation on Michael Komape matter
Attention: Editors and Reporters
Monday 13 November 2017
In February 2014 the South African Human Rights Commission launched its Report on the Right to Access Sufficient Water and Decent Sanitation in South Africa and dedicated this report to 6 year old Michael Komape, who in 2014 fell into a pit toilet at his school and died tragically. The Commission’s report reiterated Government’s constitutional obligation to co-operate across all spheres and departments to protect and advance human rights, recognising that rights are universal, indivisible and interdependent.
Monday 13 November 2017
In February 2014 the South African Human Rights Commission launched its Report on the Right to Access Sufficient Water and Decent Sanitation in South Africa and dedicated this report to 6 year old Michael Komape, who in 2014 fell into a pit toilet at his school and died tragically. The Commission’s report reiterated Government’s constitutional obligation to co-operate across all spheres and departments to protect and advance human rights, recognising that rights are universal, indivisible and interdependent.
The Commission notes that the Limpopo High Court in Polokwane will today, 13 November 2017, commence hearing a claim for damages instituted by Michael’s family against the Department of Education in the Polokwane High Court. The Commission is extremely concerned with the current status of sanitation found at schools in Limpopo, and will be following these proceedings closely in view of the rights of learners to basic education, dignity, life and water and sanitation.
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Issued by the South African Human Rights Commission
Gail Smith – Spokesperson Tel: 0609883792 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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