The Daily DiscourseA landmark judgment from the Supreme Court of Appeal has sent a strong message to the government: cultural considerations cannot be used to unlawfully interfere in adoptions. Five judges have criticised the national and Gauteng Departments of Social Development over interference that reportedly delayed at least two adoptions.
A landmark judgment from the Supreme Court of Appeal has sent a strong message to the government: cultural considerations cannot be used to unlawfully interfere in adoptions. Five judges have criticised the national and Gauteng Departments of Social Development over interference that reportedly delayed at least two adoptions. But where is the line between protecting cultural rights and acting in the best interests of children? To unpack this judgment, we’re joined by Khuliso Managa, attorney and programme lead on women’s sexual and reproductive health rights at the Women’s Legal Centre.
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