This video is part of a series of interviews that conducted by the ALM team with members of the South African Judiciary to commemorate 30 years of democracy in South Africa.
The interview explored the evolving role of South Africa’s Constitution in protecting democracy and human rights over the past three decades. It also covered the successes and shortcomings of the constitutional framework, the impact of landmark court decisions, and the delicate balance the Court must maintain between respecting the separation of powers and ensuring government accountability.
Broader societal issues such as crime, gender-based violence, and inequality were considered in relation to the judiciary’s role, along with ongoing constitutional and legal challenges facing South Africa’s democracy.