SAHRC faces disbandment call as petition hits 20,000 signatures

A growing debate is unfolding around the role and relevance of the South African Human Rights Commission after a petition reportedly attracting around 20,000 signatures called for the Chapter 9 institution to be disbanded.

Critics argue the SAHRC has failed to act impartially and no longer reflects the concerns of all South Africans, while the Commission insists it remains committed to protecting constitutional rights and holding power accountable.

Activist and Entrepreneur, Lwazi Gwijane, who started the petition calling for the SAHRC to be disbanded, elaborates further.

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