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Constitutionalism / Rule of Law
Constitutionalism and the closely associated notion of the Rule of Law are both overridingly dedicated to ensuring that the scope and power of government is legally limited. The Free Market Foundation and its Rule of Law Project stand at the fore of ensuring government adheres to both the explicit and implied principles that safeguard the interests and freedom of individuals and communities against political abuse.

Constitutionalism / Rule of Law
Weasel clause or protector of freedom? A new consideration of section 36 of the Constitution
The overriding protection of civil liberty, including the right to property, is in the public interest.
Dr Martin van Staden
12 September 2023

Constitutionalism / Rule of Law
Free Market Foundation goes to court to challenge the Expropriation Act
Legislation cannot rewrite a constitutional standard that a proposed constitutional amendment was unable to change.
Free Market Foundation
20 July 2026
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