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Human Rights

African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights

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In this Charter, the members of the Organisation of African Unity agreed that all people have fundamental human rights that need to be protected and respected.

Bill of Rights (Chapter 2 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa)

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The Bill of Rights sets out the fundamental rights of all South Africans, including the right to dignity and the right to equality. The Bill of Rights also states when rights may be limited.

Complaints regarding human rights violations

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The Constitution states that the fundamental rights of all South Africans will be protected and respected. These rights are listed in the Bill of Rights along with the circumstances when it may be permissible to limit these rights. Various government bodies and institutions have been set up to ensure that rights are protected.

Constitutional Court Website

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This court hears all matters concerning human rights or the constitution. The site contains information on upcoming cases as well as the judgements from previous cases. There are also details on the rules of the court and the Constitutional Court judges.

Know Your Socio-Economic Rights

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This document explains what socio-economic rights are, how they are guaranteed in the South African Constitution and how they will be realised.

Protecting Your Rights

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This easy-to-read pamphlet provides information on fundamental human rights and how the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) can assist you if your rights have been infringed.