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Civil society organisations committed to the protection of the rule of law and the integrity of South Africa's constitutional democracy express deep concern at President Cyril Ramaphosa's delay in appointing judges to the Constitutional Court: casac.org.za/wp-content/upl…

Yesterday, Lawson Naidoo spoke to Mondli Makhanya @Powerfm987 on the SA Constitution at 30, reflecting on the progress, the gaps and the work that lies ahead. omny.fm/shows/powertal…

CASAC notes Presidency Statement on the Madlanga's Commission Interim Report: casac.org.za/casac-notes-pr…

Earlier today, Lawson Naidoo commented on the President’s appointment of Adv Andy Mothibi, the current head of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP). This follows the conclusion of the Advisory Panel, comprised of leaders of key constitutional and legal institutions and chaired by Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi, that none of the six shortlisted candidates were suitable for the role. youtube.com/watch?v=NCrnMX…

Last night, @LawsonNaidoo reflected on advocate Shamila Batohi’s legacy as the outgoing NDPP: youtu.be/6X1EYEx2YwE?si…

Last week, our Executive Secretary @LawsonNaidoo reflected on the process of appointing the NDPP by the advisory panel set up by the President. Watch here: youtu.be/aPkB6p5DqTY?si…

Today, our ED @Neeshanb1 joins the @CASACZA constitutional reform discussions. An important moment for civil society and sector leaders to collectively defend and strengthen South Africa’s democracy. #ConstitutionalReform #ProtectDemocracy

Today we’re attending @CASACZA conference on constitutional reform. A powerful space for experts, civil society, and leaders to discuss ways to safeguard and strengthen our democracy. #ConstitutionalReform #ProtectDemocracy

Day 1 of @CASACZA’s Constitution at 30 conference begins with a keynote address from the incredible Judge Kate O’Regan, and responses from Judge Cachalia and Prof Loughlin to follow. Huge congrats to @LawsonNaidoo, @dansmywholename and team for bringing this convening together!

All set for @CASACZA conference *The Constitution at 30 - Proposals for Reform" with keynote address by Justice Kate O'Regan

Justice O'Regan delivering the keynote address @CASACZA Constitutional Conference

Justice Kate O’Regan delivers the Keynote at ⁦@CASACZA⁩’s conference.

More information is available here: casac.org.za/constitutional…

Media Alert: CASAC is hosting a conference on constitutional reform on 3-4 December 2025.

Yesterday, #CSERP launched their position paper. Have you ever wondered what it would take to make “The people shall govern” real again? The position paper argues what could. Read it here: bit.ly/3LtHEYA #accountability

Our annual Kader Asmal Lecture is about to get underway in Durban. This year’s lecture is delivered by former minister Valli Moosa.

“In South Africa, the challenge is not simply to defend the Constitution against attack, but to reanimate its transformative potential” write @LawsonNaidoo, @dansmywholename and Kyle Jordaan as they launch CASAC’s op-ed series on constitutional reform: news24.com/opinions/analy…

From @LawsonNaidoo⁩: “Madlanga needs to adopt a phased approach, starting with investigating the veracity of Mkhwanazi’s allegations. That will satisfy the nation’s quest for quick answers and provide the content for the first of his interim reports”. sowetanlive.co.za/opinion/2025-0…

Our Senior Researcher @dansmywholename joined @tshidi_lee on @Radio702 to discuss the constitutionality of the appointment of an acting Minister of Police: omny.fm/shows/the-midd…

Yesterday our Senior Researcher @dansmywholename joined @AshrafGarda to discuss the constitutional issues surrounding the appointment of Prof Cachalia as acting Minister of Police: omny.fm/shows/the-nati…