CONSTITUTIONAL COMMENTARY AND EVENTS
ARTICLES AND STATEMENTS
BEHIND THE NATIONAL STATE ENTERPRISES BILL: A MISSED REVOLUTION
In September 2023, South Africa witnessed a watershed moment as the National State Enterprises Bill made its debut in the National Assembly. This milestone bore the promise of revitalising not only the country’s governance arena but, more importantly, its beleaguered state-owned enterprises (SOEs). However, this Bill’s initial allure as a harbinger of reform is, but a mirage.
THE ADOPTION OF THE BELA BILL WILL NOT TRANSLATE TO QUALITY EDUCATION FOR ALL
On 26 October 2023, the National Assembly passed the controversial Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Bill, which it believes will improve the quality of basic education received by the majority of South African learners by creating a more just and equitable education system.
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023: A SOURCE OF INSPIRATION AND ENCOURAGEMENT FOR OUR NATION
On behalf of the FW de Klerk Foundation, I would like to personally congratulate our national team and join my fellow South Africans in celebrating the Springboks’ glorious win at the 2023 Rugby World Cup at the Stade de France last Saturday.
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FW DE KLERK FOUNDATION AT CRL NCC NATIONAL CONSULTATIVE COUNCIL: HIGHLIGHTING LANGUAGE ELITISM
The FW de Klerk Foundation Constitutional Programmes team is pleased to be in attendance at the CRL Rights Commission’s 5th National Consultative Conference.
THE 2024 ELECTION RESULTS: DEMOGRAPHIC CONSIDERATIONS AND THE “BROWN VOTE” IN SOUTH AFRICA
Ismail Joosub and Ezra Mendel attempt to evaluate whether identity politics resulted in any shifts in voter behaviour this election and what this means for the future of South Africa by looking at political parties’ strategies and the election results.
CYBERSECURITY AND THE CHANGING ELECTORAL LANDSCAPE
Shaun Kinnes examines the importance of cybersecurity in safeguarding voter data, ensuring confidence in the integrity of the election process and that voter perceptions are not externally manipulated.
CONSTITUTIONAL ISSUES
- Equality
- Non-racialism
- Gender Rights
- The Constitution
- The Rule of Law
- Multiparty Democracy
- Personal Rights
- Cultural, Religious and Language Rights
- Freedom of Expression and Political Rights
- Social and Economic Rights
- Property Rights
- Education
- Access To The Courts, Information And Fair Adminstration