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COMPARING SOUTH AFRICA AND TURKEY’S APPROACH TO THE RIGHT TO HOUSING, ESPECIALLY IN URBAN AREAS

2026-10-15

As cities expand and housing demand rises, governments face growing pressure to provide safe, affordable and adequate housing. This article compares South Africa’s rights-based approach to housing, grounded in constitutional protections and human dignity, with Turkey’s development-driven model focused on large-scale housing delivery and urban renewal. By examining both systems, it highlights key lessons for addressing urban housing challenges while balancing efficient delivery with the protection of fundamental rights.

NAVIGATING GLOBAL SHIFTS: THE RESILIENT FUTURE OF THE OLIVE INDUSTRY

2026-09-17

In a world currently defined by profound geopolitical changes, shifting markets, and global uncertainty, how can the agricultural sector adapt and thrive? The recent guest speaker address by the Executive Director of the FW de Klerk Foundation, offers a compelling and strategic roadmap for the South African olive industry.

A GUIDE ON WHO DOES WHAT IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT

2026-09-15

A guide for citizens on who does what in local government

THE CCTSA WINS CULTURAL AWARD

2026-09-10

The Centre for the Constitutional Transformation of South Africa (CCTSA) is delighted to announce that it was named winner of the Heritage, Memory and Identity category at this year’s Western Cape Cultural Affairs Awards, held in Cape Town on 9 September 2026. The CCTSA is dedicated to telling the story of South Africa’s constitutional journey. The awards, hosted annually by the Western Cape Government’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, recognise individuals and organisations that make a meaningful contribution to the cultural, linguistic and heritage life of the province.

STATE CAPTURE IS HOLDING BACK SOUTH AFRICA

2026-09-08

After Nelson Mandela was elected in 1994 his government abolished racially segregated local authorities, creating ostensibly integrated municipalities. Today these range in size from Johannesburg, the commercial capital, to units like Mpofana that comprise a small town and rural areas. All are supposed to fund themselves through property taxes, business rates and charges for water, electricity and waste collection. The poorest also get a grant from the central government to fill any gap between revenue and expenditure.

FREEDOM SHOULD NEVER BE TAKEN FOR GRANTED

2026-09-02

Freedom forms one of the most important cornerstones of South Africa’s constitutional democracy. The Constitution guarantees a series of fundamental freedoms that enable every citizen to reach their full potential. This includes, among others, freedom of belief and conviction, freedom of expression, freedom of association, and the right to peaceful assembly and demonstration

TAX, QUALITY OF LIFE, AND THE REAL CHALLENGE FACING SOUTH AFRICA

2026-08-20

Data from international indices—including the OECD, Eurostat, PwC, and the World Bank—demonstrate that South Africans are subjected to a double financial burden through high taxes and private service costs.

INTRODUCING THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT REPORT CARD 2026

2026-08-17

The Local Government Report Card 2026 provides an independent assessment of 50 municipalities across all nine provinces, measuring performance against five pillars of constitutional local government. The findings reveal a sharply uneven picture, with strong institutional leadership and sound financial management consistently linked to better service delivery and public accountability. By presenting clear evidence of what works, what fails and where improvement is possible, the Report Card equips residents, councillors and policymakers to demand practical, measurable change.

XENOPHOBIA IS NOW A TRADE POLICY PROBLEM, NOT JUST A LAW-AND-ORDER ONE

2026-07-02

Xenophobic violence is no longer only a domestic law-and-order concern; it is placing South Africa’s regional trade relationships, diplomatic credibility and continental standing at risk. With billions of dollars in trade flowing between South Africa and its neighbours, even limited disruption caused by consumer backlash, logistical delays and declining trust could carry serious economic consequences. South Africa must therefore combine lawful migration enforcement with decisive prosecutions, diplomatic engagement and firm protection of constitutional order.

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COMPARING SOUTH AFRICA AND TURKEY’S APPROACH TO THE RIGHT TO HOUSING, ESPECIALLY IN URBAN AREAS

NAVIGATING GLOBAL SHIFTS: THE RESILIENT FUTURE OF THE OLIVE INDUSTRY

A GUIDE ON WHO DOES WHAT IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT

THE CCTSA WINS CULTURAL AWARD

STATE CAPTURE IS HOLDING BACK SOUTH AFRICA

TAX, QUALITY OF LIFE, AND THE REAL CHALLENGE FACING SOUTH AFRICA

INTRODUCING THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT REPORT CARD 2026

XENOPHOBIA IS NOW A TRADE POLICY PROBLEM, NOT JUST A LAW-AND-ORDER ONE

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