SAHRC
SAHRC to lay criminal charges against Mpumalanga municipal administrator
Local schools and the offices of the Dr James Moroka local municipality have been closed in Siyabuswa, Mpumalanga, after residents embarked on a protest against the suspension of municipal manager Thami Kubheka.
SAHRC condemns Brackenfell violence but is disappointed at allegations
Racial tensions in the Brackenfell community reached boiling point after the EFF protested against alleged racism at Brackenfell High School.
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has condemned the violence that erupted outside Brackenfell High School, in the Western Cape, on Monday.
Human rights commission condemns killing of activist who opposed coal mine
Human rights commission has opposed the killing of Fikile Ntshangase, a vice-chairperson of a sub-committee of the Mfolozi Community Environmental Justice Organisation, who was against the expansion of coal mining.
Fikile Ntshangase was involved in legal proceedings against the expansion of the venture at the time of her death, the SAHRC said.
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) on Tuesday condemned what it described as the “cold-blooded murder” of environmental activist Fikile Ntshangase in October.
SAHRC calls for probe after KZN environmental activist gunned down
Fikile Ntshangase, a vocal opponent of plans to extend the Somkhele coal mine, was murdered in her home on Thursday night. Photo supplied
Fikile Ntshangase was part of a group lobbying for the protection of communities’ rights to a safe and clean environment, and opposed to the extension of Somkhele mine.
SAHRC concerned over safety of human rights activists in mining communities
CAPE TOWN - The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) is concerned over the safety of human rights activists, particularly in mining communities.
Media Advisory: The South African Human Rights Commission taking Action Against Beloftebos Wedding Venue and Others in the Equality Court
3rd December 2020
Attention: Editors and Reporters
The South African Human Rights Commission (the Commission or the SAHRC) has taken action agianst Beloftebos Wedding Venue and Others, in the Equality Court, Western Cape Division, in a matter of unfair discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, against same-sex couples.
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Media Release: SAHRC Limpopo Provincial Office in Equality Court Tiyani to address matters relating to tribalism
2 December 2020
In July 2020 the SAHRC Limpopo Provincial Office (LPO) received complaints from several members of the public relating to a social media post made by one Hamilton Mkhothokgo (Respondent), which was widely disseminated. The Respondent was found to make remarks regarding the Vatsonga nation which the SAHRC is convinced constitute hate speech, harassment as well as unfair discrimination based on ethnic and social origin. The remarks included, amongst others, statements referring to offering the lives of the Vatsonga nation as sacrifices to the Covid19 virus, as this specific ethnic group do not bring any value to society.
Media Statement: SAHRC Commemorates World AIDS Day, Celebrating Progress Made, Reflecting on What More Needs to be Done
Tuesday, 1 December 2020
The South African Human Rights Commission (the Commission or the SAHRC) commemorates World AIDS Day, with the rest of the global community, today, the 1st December 2020. The 1st December is designated as World AIDS Day every year, since 1988, and dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV infection and mourning those who have died of the disease.
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