MLA Work Cited
The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. The Bill of Rights. RSA. 11 October 1996. Web. 28 March 2017. <http://www.justice.gov.za/legislation/constitution/SAConstitution-web-eng.pdf>.
Background
The Constitution is divided into different sections and from those sections this research will analyse the following:
The Constitution is divided into different sections and from those sections this research will analyse the following:
- Section 9: The Right to equality
- Section 10: The Right to Human Dignity
- Section 23: Labour relations
Credibility
The Constitution of the Republic is the main legislation that governs the Republic.
The Constitution of the Republic is the main legislation that governs the Republic.
Purpose
The Constitution of the Republic was created:
The Constitution of the Republic was created:
to— Heal the divisions of the past and establish a society based on democratic values social justice and fundamental human rights; Lay the foundations for a democratic and open society in which government is based on the will of the people and every citizen is equally protected by law; Improve the quality of life of all citizens and free the potential of each person; and Build a united and democratic South Africa able to take its rightful place as a sovereign state in the family of nations.” - The constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
The quoted text explains the purpose of The Constitution, which its relevance to this research is from a compliance perspective. This research analyses the current South African situation and its governance by assessing whether The Constitution is being followed as per the quote.
Situation of the Source
The Constitution is the overpowering legislation which governs and directs the country. In the legislation, the rights of the citizens are established and clearly defined. Since this is the main legal document in South Africa, the details of labour specifics are also included. This research particularly analyses three Sections from the Constitution, which prove to hold much relevance as they state that all citizens have: (i) a Right to Equality, including employment opportunities; (ii) a Right to Human Dignity, [see case; Dendy v University of the Witwatersrand and Others (2015/03/2005) ZAGPHC]; and (iii) a Right to Fair Labour Practices, which emphasises that all potential employees, regardless of race, are equal, eligible and fit to work, unless proven otherwise.
The Constitution is the overpowering legislation which governs and directs the country. In the legislation, the rights of the citizens are established and clearly defined. Since this is the main legal document in South Africa, the details of labour specifics are also included. This research particularly analyses three Sections from the Constitution, which prove to hold much relevance as they state that all citizens have: (i) a Right to Equality, including employment opportunities; (ii) a Right to Human Dignity, [see case; Dendy v University of the Witwatersrand and Others (2015/03/2005) ZAGPHC]; and (iii) a Right to Fair Labour Practices, which emphasises that all potential employees, regardless of race, are equal, eligible and fit to work, unless proven otherwise.
Strategies
The Constitution, as a legal document, is presented in such a way that all the citizens of the Republic would be equally protected, provided for, prioritised, and elevated. This document seeks to appeal to ethics, morality and justice. Therefore, also ensuring that its purpose is achieved in the eyes of the Law and of the people of South Africa.
The Constitution, as a legal document, is presented in such a way that all the citizens of the Republic would be equally protected, provided for, prioritised, and elevated. This document seeks to appeal to ethics, morality and justice. Therefore, also ensuring that its purpose is achieved in the eyes of the Law and of the people of South Africa.
Interaction with other annotations: The Constitution and Max du Preez
In The Constitution, all the plans for the development of South Africa and the protection of its citizens were established by Legal parties with the influence of the justice system and the democracy which the ANC fought for and won in 1994. In accordance, Max du Preez, in his article, questioned the morality of the country in terms of the promises made by the ANC government post 1994. Moreover, he challenged the Whites who, in his opinion, refused to acknowledge the damage that the apartheid caused.
In The Constitution, all the plans for the development of South Africa and the protection of its citizens were established by Legal parties with the influence of the justice system and the democracy which the ANC fought for and won in 1994. In accordance, Max du Preez, in his article, questioned the morality of the country in terms of the promises made by the ANC government post 1994. Moreover, he challenged the Whites who, in his opinion, refused to acknowledge the damage that the apartheid caused.
Evaluation of the Source
The Constitution of South Africa details all the Rights to which the citizens are entitled. It is credible, current, and a legal reference for courts, ordinary people, and governmental bodies.
The Constitution of South Africa details all the Rights to which the citizens are entitled. It is credible, current, and a legal reference for courts, ordinary people, and governmental bodies.
How will the Constitution be used?
The Constitution will be used for referencing, aligning current views with those of others, and as a tool in challenging the current labour system.
The Constitution will be used for referencing, aligning current views with those of others, and as a tool in challenging the current labour system.