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SA Human Rights Commission is a vital institution, but does not have binding powers, rules Constitutional Court

In a key decision issued yesterday, South Africa’s highest court ruled that the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC), a Chapter 9 institution established by the Constitution to protect and support democracy, does not have the power to issue binding directives.

South African Human Rights Commission adds Jessica Lawrence as new Head of Legal Services

After twelve years at Lawyers for Human Rights, talented attorney, activist, and Oxford University graduate Jessica Lawrence has been welcomed as the new Head of Legal Services for the South African Human Rights Commission.