Environmental Right in Terms of the Constitution - Polity.org.za
WEBFeb 14, 2018 · The environmental right explained. Section 24 states as follows: Advertisement. Everyone has the right –. (a) To an environment that is not harmful to their health or well-being; and. (b) To have the environment protected, for the benefit of present and future generations, through reasonable legislative and other measures that –.
Have black peoples’ lives improved after apartheid? - Polity.org.za
WEBJun 20, 2017 · When South Africa transitioned into democracy in 1994, socio-economic conditions were disheartening, especially amongst Blacks. Nelson Mandela’s democratic government faced an enormous challenge in eradicating the legacy of apartheid and improving the lives of millions of South Africans. Twenty-two years into democracy, the question of whether black South Africans have made any socio ...
South Africa the 12th biggest source of greenhouse gases? Yes, …
WEBApr 19, 2021 · “South Africa is the world’s 12th-biggest source of greenhouse gases,” Bloomberg Green, the environment section of financial website Bloomberg, said in a March 2021 report. The report highlighted South African environment minister Barbara Creecy’s efforts to make Eskom and Sasol, two of the country’s major polluters, keep to …
Rural areas in the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa: The right to ...
WEBJan 24, 2013 · In South Africa (SA), it is estimated that 16 million people do not have access to adequate sanitation, while 3.5 million do not have access to safe drinking water.(2) As such, this CAI paper critically analyses the denial of the right of access to safe drinking water and sanitation. In so doing, it engages with the debate about whether access to water is a human right, using the situation in ...
Here are five factors that drove low voter turnout in South Africa’s ...
WEBDec 9, 2021 · Advertisement. Five main reasons emerged for not voting. The most common were individual barriers and administrative barriers, followed by complaints about service delivery and corruption, uninterest or disillusionment, and a lack of political alignment. Our research supports other analysis highlighting that the South African electorate is ...
The Meaning of (Unfair) Discrimination in South Africa – Part I
WEBMar 18, 2019 · The meaning of discrimination is important to all who live in South Africa, particularly considering the country’s historical and political context. Consequently, this article explores the meaning of discrimination, as contemplated in section 9(3) and section 9(4) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Constitution) and section 6 of the Employment Equity Act (EEA).
An Overview Of The Types Of Trusts Under South African Law
WEBJan 14, 2019 · Trusts are an often talked about but are often misunderstood legal instruments in our law. This article will discuss the types of Trusts recognized by South African law, as well as the circumstances in which each is appropriate. As a point of departure, in terms of the Trust Property Control Act 57 of 1988 (hereinafter referred to as the “Act”), all Trusts must and will have the same basic ...
Late salary payments – Know your rights - Polity.org.za
WEBMar 27, 2019 · The South African Labour Law allows employers leeway to pay their employees until the seventh day of the following month. However, the majority of companies in South Africa have set a precedent by paying their employees by the 25th of the month, says Arlene Leggat, President of the South African Payroll Association (SAPA). The law The law stipulates that employers must pay their employees ...
The Growing Immigration Challenges in South Africa - Polity.org.za
WEBMay 14, 2024 · One of the main challenges faced by South Africa is the issue of illegal immigration. The country's porous borders make it easy for people to enter illegally, leading to a large number of undocumented immigrants. According to a report by the Pew Research Center, there were an estimated 2-million undocumented immigrants living in …
Unfair discrimination in the workplace: Unequal pay for equal work
WEBJun 28, 2021 · In case of claims relating to unequal pay for equal work, the claimant could bring such a claim in terms of section 6 (1) of 1998 EEA, which prohibits unfair discrimination on a number of grounds. In terms of section 6 (1) of the 1998 EEA, no employer could discriminate against, whether directly or …