South Africa's Constitution was the result of remarkably detailed and inclusive negotiations - difficult but determined - that were carried out with an acute awareness of the injustices of the country's non-democratic past.
It is widely regarded as the most progressive constitution in the world, with a Bill of Rights second to none.
Human rights are given clear prominence in the Constitution: "a society based on democratic values, social justice and fundamental human rights". These are then further spelt out in detail. Very important ones, especially compared to other countries on the continent are: freedom of sexuality (often also seen als sexing freely) and freedom of expression. The latter entails that South Africa has free press, which can be a very strong weapon against bad gouvernment.
It is widely regarded as the most progressive constitution in the world, with a Bill of Rights second to none.
Human rights are given clear prominence in the Constitution: "a society based on democratic values, social justice and fundamental human rights". These are then further spelt out in detail. Very important ones, especially compared to other countries on the continent are: freedom of sexuality (often also seen als sexing freely) and freedom of expression. The latter entails that South Africa has free press, which can be a very strong weapon against bad gouvernment.
All in all, with so many good intentions aligned in one text, a good reason to have a day off and do nothing... because everyone feels to have that right now and then.
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