Human Rights
Human Rights
Human Rights
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Public Protector report shows government at all levels failing the poor
The Public Protector found Cape Town failing township residents in Langa Flats and Khayelitsha, with binding deadlines now issued to the City.
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DA files complaint over state’s failure to prosecute child rape cases
The DA has lodged a complaint with the Human Rights Commission over failures by government to report and prosecute statutory rape cases involving children.
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Employer’s guide to managing cancer in the workplace
This Workers’ Day, CANSA calls on SA employers to recognise cancer as a human rights issue and better support staff through diagnosis and treatment.
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Iranian authorities execute teenager convicted in January protests
Iranian authorities executed an 18-year-old man on Thursday who was convicted of setting fire to a security forces base during January protests.
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Community mourns Masiphumelele teen found at Fish Hoek
The body of missing 15-year-old Luve Bukwana was found at Fish Hoek Beach, leaving his family, school and the Deep South community devastated.
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Lesufi’s government continues to undermine Gauteng residents’ human rights
Gauteng residents face ongoing human rights violations, poor governance, and corruption, undermining dignity and essential services. Change is urgently needed.
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UN rights chief warns of ‘global emergency’ of violence against women
N rights chief declares ‘global emergency’ over violence against women and femicide, highlighting Afghanistan restrictions and abuse cases.
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‘Human rights crises’ in Free State worsening daily
Reports from all over confirm that the Free State have some of the worst run municipalities in South Africa.
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Youth lead 16-day activism campaign against gender-based violence
The SAPS and the Lejweleputswa District Youth Crime Prevention Desk launched the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children in Hennenman on November 27. Over 100…
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We all know what is happening in Zimbabwe – so why don’t we act?
Zimbabwe was once the land of milk and honey. Six currencies later, a collapsing economy,and a president still clinging to power (now trying to change the Constitution so he canstay…
