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South Africa moves to strengthen rights of persons with disabilities

South Africa is taking an important step towards ensuring the protection and promotion of the rights of persons with disabilities through the domestication of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).

The Immigration Amendment Bill: Influence key immigration reforms

Dear South Africa (DearSA) strongly encourages all South Africans to make their voices heard on the proposed Immigration Amendment Bill [B8 – 2024].

Yes or No - Have your say on the proposed Petroleum Products Bill

Dear South Africa is calling on all South Africans to engage in shaping the future of the country’s petroleum sector by having their say on the recently published draft Petroleum Products Bill, 2024.

Join the Debate: Meta Asks for Public Views on Displaying Apartheid-Era Flag

Meta’s Oversight Board is currently seeking public input on the issue regarding the display of South Africa's 1928 flag on Facebook. The Board has selected cases that involve posts featuring the flag, used between 1928 and 1994, and is calling for community feedback on whether such content should be removed under Meta’s policies on Hate Speech and Dangerous Organizations.

A call for true democracy: Reforming South Africa’s flawed electoral system

The South African electoral system has long-since been in want of reform. The current party-list proportional representation (PR) structure was never intended to last forever.

DearSA welcomes withdrawal of Judge President Hlophe from Judicial Service Commission

Dear South Africa (DearSA) welcomes the announcement that Judge President John Hlophe has withdrawn from his position on the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). “This decision, effective immediately, marks a significant victory for the integrity of South Africa’s legal system and the voice of its citizens,” says Nolu Hlophoyi, spokesperson for DearSA.

Mass Shooting In Eastern Cape Highlights Concerns Over The Government's Ability To Combat Crime

The recent tragic mass shooting in Nyathi village, Ngobozana, Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, which has claimed the lives of 18 people, has once again raised pressing concerns about the South African government's ability to address the nation's escalating crime rates.

Public Opposition Halts Full Implementation of BELA Bill

The public has spoken on the controversial Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Bill. Although President Ramaphosa signed the bill into law today, a three-month period has been granted for further discussions on two specific clauses concerning schools' language and admissions policies. These clauses will not be implemented immediately.

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