Despite South Africa’s strong constitutional protections for human rights and its relative success at providing basic services, the government is struggling to meet demands for economic and social rights.
Financial mismanagement and corruption, especially at the local government level, have contributed to this issue according to Human Rights Watch.
As we approach Human Rights Day on Saturday, March 21, we look at some of the human rights challenges SA still faces.
Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa says it is important to continue building a culture of human rights as the country celebrates Human Rights Day on Saturday. The minister says government will continue promoting this culture on a daily basis. Mthethwa has urged people to have conversations about the things that unite them, rather than engaging in polarising discussions.
Human Rights related issues, by sabcnewsonline
– By Nthabi Thipa-Gwiji
