Family joining in South Africa
Keep up to date with our Teach-Yourself Series – condensed articles on current and planned changes in South African migration law. Our articles and infographics aim to spread awareness on South Africa’s migration landscape, and our standpoints on the issue. This is a joint initiative between The Scalabrini Centre of Cape Town and Sonke Gender […]
Access to education for non-national children in South Africa
Keep up to date with our Teach-Yourself Series – condensed articles on current and planned changes in South African migration law. Our articles and infographics aim to spread awareness on South Africa’s migration landscape, and our standpoints on the issue. This is a joint initiative between The Scalabrini Centre of Cape Town and Sonke Gender […]
The Traditional Courts Bill, explained
The Traditional Courts Bill (TCB) was passed by the National Assembly on 12 March 2019. It is now before the National Council of Provinces to be deliberated in accordance with the rules of Parliament. According to government, the Bill, which will replace parts of the Black Administration Act of 1927, will regulate traditional forums for […]
The Refugees Amendment Act, explained
Keep up to date with our Teach-Yourself Series – condensed articles on migration issues in South Africa. Our articles and infographics aim to spread awareness on South Africa’s migration landscape, and our standpoints on the issue. This is a joint initiative between The Scalabrini Centre of Cape Town and Sonke Gender Justice and Lawyers for Human Rights. […]
Refugees, migrants and health care in South Africa, explained
Keep up to date with our Teach-Yourself Series – condensed articles on migration issues in South Africa. Our articles and infographics aim to spread awareness on South Africa’s migration landscape, and our standpoints on the issue. This is a joint initiative between The Scalabrini Centre of Cape Town and Sonke Gender Justice and Lawyers for […]
Birth registration of non-national children in South Africa, explained
Keep up to date with our Teach-Yourself Series – condensed articles on current and planned changes in South African migration law. Our articles and infographics aim to spread awareness on South Africa’s migration landscape, and our standpoints on the issue. This is a joint initiative between The Scalabrini Centre of Cape Town and Sonke Gender […]
What is the White Paper on International Migration?
Keep up to date with our Teach-Yourself Series – condensed articles on current and planned changes in South African migration law. Our articles and infographics aim to spread awareness on South Africa’s migration landscape, and our standpoints on the issue. This is a joint initiative between The Scalabrini Centre of Cape Town and Sonke Gender […]
What is sexual harassment, and how can you deal with it?
The South African government’s Code of Good Practice on Sexual Harassment defines sexual harassment as unwanted conduct of a sexual nature. The unwanted nature of sexual harassment separates it from behaviour that is welcome and mutual.
Why is Sonke going to court to address prison oversight?
On 13 December 2016, Sonke filed an application in the Western Cape High Court against the government and the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) to facilitate greater oversight of South African prisons (correctional centres). Sonke is seeking an order declaring that the current legislation that regulates JICS is unconstitutional, as it does not guarantee […]
The Cape Town Refugee Reception Office and South Africa’s asylum policy explained
The Department of Home Affairs closed the Cape Town Refugee Reception Office in July 2012. This meant the Cape Town RRO was no longer fully-functional, and would only operate for those who had lodged their claims for refugee status prior to the closure.
Liquor Amendment Bill, 2016
The Liquor Amendment Bill, 2016 recognises that excessive alcohol consumption is a social ill in South Africa, which needs to be addressed in the form of restrictions on access to alcohol. Some of the key proposed means of restriction include: increasing the minimum drinking age from 18 to 21 years, limiting the advertising of alcohol […]
Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill
On 24 October 2016, the South African government released the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill for public comment. Sonke is a member of the Hate Crimes Working Group and is currently serving on its steering committee.
The new parental leave provisions in South Africa
In November 2016 the Portfolio Committee on Labour agreed on passing a bill that proposes landmark changes in South Africa’s parental leave framework. Sonke has been conducting consistent advocacy towards this for the past four years. Here’s why the new bill is good news for children, mothers and fathers.
The Pollsmoor Remand Case, explained
On 5 December 2016, the Western Cape High Court heard the case brought by Sonke and Lawyers for Human Rights (LHR) seeking an interdict against the government to address the deplorable conditions in Pollsmoor Remand Detention Facility. Here’s what you need to know about the case and its outcomes.
The Electoral Code of Conduct
Understanding our rights as citizens and knowing what role we can play in ensuring free and fair elections is an essential part of the democratic process. Here’s what you need to know about the Electoral Code:
