ZANDILE MAKHOBA: Economic progress is bound to human rights
While there’s undeniably much for the government to address, this should not overshadow the economic benefits achieved
23 March 2025 - 08:48
How often do we hear the claim that South Africa has “too many” rights? Socioeconomic frustrations often find their way to the constitution, which is accused of enabling adverse outcomes in the name of dignity for all.
The hardships of the past often fade in comparison to the challenges we face today. Yet March 1960 stands as a profoundly painful chapter in the nation’s history — one that undeniably shaped the foundations of the Bill of Rights. However, we must reflect on this question: are human rights truly detrimental to society and the economy?..
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