South Africa has put certain sections of the new Children's Act, which lowers the age of majority to 18 and allows those above 12 access to HIV testing and contraceptives into immediate effect, gaining much approval from the Children's Rights Centre.
Sex crimes bill welcomed
Gender activists have welcomed the National Assembly's approval of South Africa's new Sexual Offences Bill, which is set to change the way the country's courts deal with rape cases.
You & your rights
What are your rights? Have they been violated? What can you do if they have? Our directory covers human, gender and language rights, workplace rights, landlord/tenant rights, and your rights in relation to the police and the government.
Legal aid & advice
Can't afford a to hire a lawyer or pay expensive court fees? Here are your options for seeking legal aid and advice. If you can afford it, then here's how to find an attorney in your town or province.
Legal Aid Board
The Legal Aid Board, the body created by the Constitution to provide legal support to South Africans in need, now offers quality legal services in both criminal and civil cases via over 40 justice centres across the country.
Legal Aid Board
Independent legal help for South Africans who can't afford it.
myRights - Unhappy with poor public service, or misconduct by a government official? Find out about your basic rights, your right to good public service - and what you can do if these are violated.
Reader's Digest Family Guide to SA law - Find the answer to common legal problems such as how to get workers' compensation, buy & sell
property, or deal with a crooked garage.
SA Labour Guide - Guidelines for employers & employees, labour law, dispute resolution, advice, assistance & more.
Aids Legal Network SA - Simplifies HIV/Aids and the law to inform and empower you about your rights.
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