The official crime statistics report released on 19 September by the South African Police Service for the period April 2013 to March 2014 reveals a substantial increase in almost all categories of crime. The same report shows that there was a slight decrease in the total sexual offences. A drop of 5.6% was reported showing […]
Author Archives: Jean-Andre Butcher
Constitution, Equality and Non-discrimination, Gender Rights, Human Rights, International Law, LGBTI, United Nations
The “Protection of the Family” Resolution: The Role of South Africa
15
Sep
Sep
In April 2014, a resolution on ‘The Family’ (A/HRC/L26/L.20) was placed before the Human Rights Council. The resolution in its current form was first tabled by Egypt in 2013. They decided to withdraw it, given that it was viewed as being too controversial and due to a lack of support. This resolution links to initiatives […]
Children's Rights, Equality and Non-discrimination, Social Security, South Africa
From stateless to citizen
11
Aug
Aug
Even though the Constitution of South Africa states that every child has the right to a name and nationality from birth, for various reasons children can become stateless (not registered as a citizen of any country) or their birth registration can be delayed. Children in this situation do not have access to the privileges and […]
Africa, Disability, Human Rights, Legal Resources Centre, Refugees and Asylum Seekers
Finding a better life in South Africa
05
Aug
Aug
On the 11 July this year, Mr Mohamed Issa Salimu was issued with Refugee Status in South Africa. This is the second time he has received refugee status; the first time was in 1998, after he had been living in the country for about 6 years. Refugee status expires after 2 years, after which it […]