Constitutional Court’s humanistic legacy a source of national pride — Ramaphosa

By Cyril Ramaphosa

Across many parts of the world, human rights are under threat, and constitutionalism is increasingly being tested.

In March this year the UN Human Rights Council said the world is facing ‘a moment of profound instability’ – characterised by conflict, democratic backsliding, declining respect for the rule of law, right-wing populism, attacks on civil society and judicial independence being undermined. 

The Council stressed the need for countries to strengthen democratic institutions charged with safeguarding fundamental rights and freedoms.
As South Africans we can be proud that we continue to strive to live up to this obligation. 

Even as we face numerous challenges, our democratic order is in good health, anchored in a progressive constitution and a Constitutional Court that continues to safeguard the rights of all.

This year marks thirty years since the Court convened for the first time, marking a new, bold chapter of our democratic