Category Archives: Articles from South Africa

Why I’m resigning from the JSC – Izak Smuts

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Wilhelm Weber

Advocate says his understanding of constitutional values is far removed from majority of his fellow commissioners. Read his explanation in Politicsweb this morning:  “I am committed to the foundational values of the South African constitution, including those of human dignity, … Continue reading →

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Another chapter in Roodepoort mission station – a final one?

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Wilhelm Weber

Well, the Church of Roodepoort near Ventersdorp (NW) has been pulled down and “returned to dust”. It was vacant for more than a decade now and it had fallen into disrepair after the congregation  moved on. A lot has been said … Continue reading →

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On a serious note: Adv Kruger on SA’s financial results

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Wilhelm Weber

FINANCIAL RESULTS REFLECT OVERALL STATE OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY Adv Johan Kruger, Director: Centre for Constitutional Rights The Constitution enshrines a system of democratic governance that must result in accountability, responsiveness and openness. As such, the government, its officials and … Continue reading →

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SA celebrates Human rights

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Wilhelm Weber

HUMAN RIGHTS REPORT CARD: 2013 The Centre for Constitutional Rights is pleased to present its fifth annual Human Rights Report Card indicating where, in our opinion, South Africa has been making progress with regard to human rights and where it … Continue reading →

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Water: scarce and precious resource!

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Wilhelm Weber

MANAGING SOUTH AFRICA’S WATER EFFECTIVELY: A CONSTITUTIONAL IMPERATIVE Adv Jacques du Preez, FW de Klerk Foundation As we observe World Water Day on Friday, 22 March 2013, it might be prudent to consider the immense value of this clear, life-sustaining … Continue reading →

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What do you think about the Pope?

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Wilhelm Weber

Well, now another good friend asked me to translate this into English. Here’s an emended version of my mornings posting. After readings some of my posts about the latest Pope my dear friend Stefan had asked: What do you think … Continue reading →

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Und was denke ich vom neuen Papst?

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Wilhelm Weber

Mein lieber Freund Stefan fragte mich, was ich den vom neuen Papst denke. Hier einige Gedanken dazu: “In der vergangenen Woche hat die römische Kirche einen neuen Bischof und Papst gewählt: Franziskus I. Das ist schon erstaunlich, wie in kürzester … Continue reading →

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Women’s day: Adv. du Preez shares some thoughts.

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Wilhelm Weber

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2013: SHOULD SOUTH AFRICA CELEBRATE OR LAMENT? Adv Jacques du Preez, FW de Klerk Foundation On 8 March 2013, as we celebrate International Women’s Day, we show our respect, appreciation and gratitude towards women and acknowledge their … Continue reading →

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End of non-racialism?

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Wilhelm Weber

THE END OF NON-RACIALISM? By Dave Steward, Executive Director of the FW de Klerk Foundation In his recent address to the Cape Town Press Club, Hlumelo Biko pointed to the increasing tendency within the ANC to “objectivise”, to “other” and to … Continue reading →

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Some timely comments accompanying the President’s address

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Wilhelm Weber

THE STATE OF THE PRESIDENT AFFECTS THE NATION Adv Johan Kruger, Director: Centre for Constitutional Rights A president is someone who presides over and leads people – whether in a meeting, an organisation or a state. As a leader, the president’s purpose is to … Continue reading →

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