SA celebrates 30 years of Democracy and Human Rights: Dep Minister John Jeffery, SABC News, 19 Mar 2024 As South Africa celebrates 30 years of Constitutional Democracy and Human Rights. We reflect on this significant milestone, Minister Ronald Lamola and the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development are convening the National Conference to assess the progress and chart a way forward in advancing human rights since 1994. Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, John Jeffery joins us to discuss.
Democracy 30:'SA has made strides to advance human rights, but more still to be done': Ramaphosa, SABC News, 18 Mar 2024
President Cyril Ramaphosa has acknowledged that while there is still progress to be made - government has made strides in the advancement of human rights. Ramaphosa says since the dawn of democracy, government has shown its commitment to democracy, the rule of law and to the protection of human rights. Speaking at the National Conference on 30 Years of Human Rights taking place in Ekurhuleni, the president outlined the pieces of legislation that have been passed that give effect to the Constitution.
Democracy 30: Pres. Ramaphosa vows SA will always champion the fight for human rights, SABC News, 18 Mar 2024
President Cyril Ramaphosa has stressed that South Africa will always be at the forefront at the fight for human rights. Ramaphosa has addressed the National Conference on 30 Years of Human Rights in South Africa, in Ekurhuleni. This comes after Pretoria took Israel to the International Court of Justice over the Gaza war. The Court ordered Israel to prevent any acts of genocide in the enclave, but the conflict continues.
Democracy 30: Advancing human rights within a fiscally constrained environment: Ronald Lamola, SABC News, 18 Mar 2024
The Constitution of South Africa's Bill of Rights is a cornerstone of democracy in South Africa. It enshrines the rights of all people in our country and affirms the democratic values of human dignity, equality and freedom. But how far has the country come in upholding and protecting these human rights? This morning, we are reflecting on the achievements and the milestones that have been made in the 30 years of our country's democracy, and how this has shaped our role in the global fight for universal human rights. Later this morning, President Cyril Ramaphosa will address delegates and global defenders of human rights, here at the National Conference on 30 years of Human Rights in South Africa. The conference will also focus on the assessment being made towards building a culture and respect for and promotion of human rights in South Africa. To talk more, we are now joined by Ronald Lamola, Minister of Justice and Correctional Services.
Democracy 30: 'SA's Constitution enforces and defends our fundamental rights': Zondo, SABC News, 18 Mar 2024
The National Conference on 30 Years of Human Rights in South Africa kicked off in Boksburg this morning. Over the course of three days, key stakeholders and government departments will reflect on the 30 years of South Africa's transformation agenda and the efforts made towards promoting democracy, development, and human rights. While addressing the conference, Chief Justice Raymond Zondo told delegates that South African courts have to date enforced all the rights set out in the Bill of Rights.
Democracy 30: Dispossessed communities sent 'pillar to post' when claiming land rights, SABC News, 18 Mar 2024
The National Conference on 30 Years of Human Rights in South Africa kicked off in Boksburg, this morning. Over the course of three days, key stakeholders and government departments will reflect on the 30 years of South Africa's transformation agenda and the efforts made towards promoting democracy, development, and human rights.
"State of South Africa's human rights" with Justice and Constitutional Development Director General, Adv. Doc Mashabane, SABC News, 18 March 2024
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Monday, address the National Conference on the State of Human Rights Conference marking the 30th anniversary of the constitutional democracy and human rights in South Africa. The conference will be hosted by the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development under the theme "Three Decades of Respect for and the Promotion of Human Rights".
Justice and Constitutional Development Director General, Adv. Doc Mashabane shares more.
Democracy 30, Safeguarding South Africa's Bill of Rights: Adv Doctor Mashabane, SABC News, 18 Mar 2024
The Constitution of South Africa's Bill of Rights is a cornerstone of democracy in South Africa. It enshrines the rights of all people in our country and affirms the democratic values of human dignity, equality and freedom. But how far has the country come in upholding and protecting these human rights? This morning, we are reflecting on the achievements and the milestones that have been made in the 30 years of our country's democracy, and how this has shaped our role in the global fight for universal human rights. Later this morning, President Cyril Ramaphosa will address delegates and global defenders of human rights, here at the National Conference on 30 years of Human Rights in South Africa. The conference will also focus on the assessment being made towards building a culture and respect for and promotion of human rights in South Africa. To talk more, we are now joined by the Advocate Doctor Mashabane, Director General: Department of Justice and Correctional Services.
Democracy 30, Protecting and promoting socio-economic rights: Philile Ntuli, SABC News, 18 Mar 2024
March is Human Rights month here in South Africa. To observe this milestone, local and international stakeholders will for the next three days convene here in Boksburg as part of the National Conference on Human Rights in South Africa. As the country celebrates 30 years of Constitutional Democracy and Human Rights, this morning we also reflect on South Africa's transformation agenda and efforts towards promoting democracy, development and human rights. The South African Human Rights Commission is one of the organisations dedicated to raising awareness of human rights issues and addressing human rights violations and to seek effective redress. To talk more on this, we are joined by Philile Ntuli, Commissioner of the South African Human Rights Commission.
Democracy 30, 'Nothing is swept under the carpet in the Judiciary': Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, SABC News, 18 Mar 2024
Chief Justice Raymond Zondo has detailed the gains of South Africa's Constitutional Court cases that strengthen the culture of human rights. He was speaking earlier at the State of Human Rights Conference currently underway in Boksburg. The conference marks the 30th anniversary of SA's transition to a constitutional democracy and human rights in the country. Let us now take you back to SABC News reporter Canny Maphanga.
How far has SA come in upholding human rights?, Newzroom Afrika, 11 Mar 2024 As South Africa marks 30 years of democracy this year, the debate on how much we have managed to uphold human rights has started. This comes as the nation celebrates Human Rights Month, with the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development convening the national conference to assess the progress and chart a way forward in advancing human rights since 1994. Naledi Moleo speaks to DoJ director general Doc Mashabane.
Human Rights Month Launch 2024 - "Three Decades Of Respect for & Promotion of Human Rights", 5 March 2024, DCS TV
The year 2024 coincides with several historic milestones in the nation’s fight for fundamental human rights and freedoms. Human Rights Month, is taking place under the theme: “Three Decades of Respect for and Promotion of Human Rights.” Human Rights Month is observed to remind South Africans about the sacrifices that accompanied the struggle for the attainment of democracy.
Day 2: 20th Anniversary of the World Conference Against Racism (WCAR+20), 24 May 2022, 09h00-15h30
Minister Ronald Lamola (MP) is hosting the 20th Anniversary of the World Conference Against Racism (WCAR+20) from 23-24 May 2022 at Emperors Palace, Johannesburg. The National conference will reflect on the progress made towards the implementation of the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action (DDPA) on the elimination of all forms of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance in South Africa.
Day 1: 20th Anniversary of the World Conference Against Racism (WCAR+20), 23 May 2022, 09h30-15h30
Minister Ronald Lamola (MP) is hosting the 20th Anniversary of the World Conference Against Racism (WCAR+20) from 23-24 May 2022 at Emperors Palace, Johannesburg. The National conference will reflect on the progress made towards the implementation of the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action (DDPA) on the elimination of all forms of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance in South Africa.
Fighting the scourge of Gender Based Violence Community Imbizo, Delft, 13 May 2022
The Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mr John Jeffery, will on Friday, 13 May 2022, host a justice service delivery Imbizo at Delft, Cape Town. The Imbizo is part of the Department’s recently launched Year of the Community programme and will focus exclusively on the on-going fight against Gender Based Violence and Femicide.
Fighting the scourge of Gender Based Violence Community Imbizo, Carolina, 05 May 2022
The Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Mr Ronald Lamola, will on Thursday, 5 May 2022, officially launch the Year of Community campaign at Carolina in Mpumalanga province. The Year of Community is part of the department’s efforts to encourage citizens to value and uphold their rights as enshrined in the Constitution and promote active participation by the public in the implementation of justice services. This inaugural launch will unfold as an Imbizo with a focus on Gender Based Violence and Femicide.
Both the launch and the Imbizo will be held in line with access to justice and Constitutional imperative.
