MIDRAND- Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi addressed the National Press Club, reflecting on three decades of South Africa’s Constitution and its role in shaping democracy. She highlighted how the Constitution has entrenched fundamental rights, unified the justice system, and established key institutions that safeguard accountability and the rule of law. While widely praised as a global model for rights-based governance, she acknowledged ongoing public debate, with some blaming it for persistent socio-economic challenges such as inequality, poverty, and unemployment.
Kubayi stressed that the Constitution remains a living document requiring continuous engagement, renewal, and collective responsibility. She pointed to progress in democratic governance and legal frameworks, but admitted that service delivery failures, corruption, and resource constraints have slowed the realisation of its promises. Calling on academia, the media, and citizens to play an active role, she urged South Africans to recommit to constitutional values and work together to address current challenges while advancing justice, equality, and nation-building.
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