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The case against the Expropriation Act
South Africa’s Constitution requires courts to consider international law when interpreting rights.
13 August 2026
South Africa’s Constitution requires courts to consider international law when interpreting rights.
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Freedom begins with free speech. It is the bedrock of a free society.