Join us for an insightful online briefing as we present our latest report, ‘Civil Liberty in South Africa: Freedom Under Law Three Decades After Apartheid.’
This thorough paper (
https://irr.org.za/reports/occasional-reports/civil-liberty-in-south-africa-freedom-under-law-three-decades-after-apartheid), authored by Martin van Staden, delves into the foundations of civil liberty, assesses South Africa's progress since 1994, and offers crucial recommendations for enhancing the role of civil liberty within our constitutional framework.
During the briefing, Martin van Staden will:
• outline his recommendations for the courts, Parliament, and the executive in promoting and upholding civil liberty.
• advocate for a new approach to Section 36 by the courts, one that truly respects the logic of this provision.
• propose that Parliament adopt a comprehensive package of legislation that recognises and safeguards different dimensions of freedom under the law and,
• emphasise the importance of instilling a culture of respect for civil liberty within the civil service, as protecting civil liberty should be the government's foremost social purpose.
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the vital topic of civil liberty in South Africa and gain valuable insights from our report's findings.
Register below to join this important discussion on advancing civil liberty and strengthening our constitutional principles.