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Elections: A critical juncture in Botswana’s democratic evolution

The Southern Africa Litigation Centre (SALC) is closely monitoring civic rights, human rights, and the application of the rule of law in Botswana as the nation, home to one of…

Melusi Simelane16 October 2024

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Restrictions on press freedoms threatens credibility of elections

The Southern Africa Litigation Centre (SALC) is deeply concerned by the Tanzanian authorities’ escalating crackdown on freedom of expression and political dissent as the country approaches its 2025 general elections.…

Melusi Simelane8 October 2024

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SUPREME COURT IGNORES RIGHTS VIOLATIONS: UPHOLDS SEDITION

15 August 2024 – On 13 August 2024, the Eswatini Supreme Court handed down its long-awaited judgement in the case of Prime Minister of Eswatini and Another v Thulani Maseko…

Melusi Simelane14 August 2024

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Right to access information back in the spotlight in Botswana

9 July 2024; Gaborone, Botswana: The Botswana Gazette is returning to the Court of Appeal on Thursday, 11 July 2024. This is to appeal a 2023 High Court ruling that…

Melusi Simelane9 July 2024

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Ambiguous Laws and Freedom of Expression in Africa

A constitution that protects citizens from unconstitutional legislation requires an unwavering commitment to justice. As citizens rely on the justice system to safeguard their rights and freedoms, human rights defenders…

Melusi Simelane11 June 2024

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SALC Celebrates World Press Freedom Day

On this World Press Freedom Day, the Southern Africa Litigation Centre (SALC) expresses solidarity with journalists, media professionals, and all those who support freedom of expression. We celebrate the bravery…

Melusi Simelane3 May 2024

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Mother Earth Day: Transparency and unity in water management

Let’s work together to build a world where every drop of water is valued and every community has a say in the decisions that shape their environment. On Mother Earth…

Melusi Simelane22 April 2024

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Thulani Maseko: Justice and accountability remains elusive in Eswatini

In the calm shadows of impunity, the deafening silence surrounding the assassination of human rights lawyer Thulani Maseko hangs heavy. Justice, once Maseko’s weapon of choice, now lies silenced with…

Melusi Simelane22 January 2024

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Can Eswatini develop in its current political impasse?

Another election has come and gone in Eswatini. A Prime Minister and a Cabinet appointed without the express will of the people. The election happened despite an express call by…

Melusi Simelane21 November 2023

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Mental health, patriarchy and the criminalisation of attempted suicide

According to the WHO, for every suicide in Africa, there are approximately 20 attempts. While some countries have slowly moved towards repealing the criminal offence of attempted suicide, recognising it…

Melusi Simelane6 October 2023