Educator sexual misconduct is a deeply troubling crisis that continues to threaten the safety and well-being of learners across South Africa. In responding to this urgent issue, it is vital to unpack the legal and institutional tools available to hold perpetrators accountable and protect children’s rights. In recent weeks, public outcry brought attention to the […]
Author Archives: Jean-Andre Butcher
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Apr
Apr
COSAS 4 Trial: Court Dismisses Objections to Crimes Against Humanity Charges, Press Statement by the Foundation for Human Rights and the Legal Resources Centre The Foundation for Human Rights (FHR) and the Legal Resources Centre (LRC) welcome the historic judgment handed down by Judge Dosio in the Johannesburg High Court on 14 April 2025, which […]
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Apr
Apr
Felicia Kentridge’s vision for accessible justice lives on through the Legal Resources Centre’s Candidate Attorney Programme, a cornerstone of public interest law in South Africa. Felicia, Lady Kentridge, was not just a trailblazer in the legal world—she was an architect of justice. A woman of extraordinary creativity for the public good, Felicia dedicated her life […]
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Feb
Government of National Unity: Investing in young children is non-negotiable Thursday, 20 February 2025 As the Government of National Unity (GNU) returns to the drawing board on the 2025 National Budget, Real Reform for ECD is greatly encouraged by the now-withdrawn budget proposals for early childhood development (ECD). R10 billion in new funding was proposed […]