South Africa has one of the highest levels of crime in the world. Law-abiding citizens live in fear while criminals operate with impunity. Increasing economic inequality, a lack of opportunity, a feeling of hopelessness, and ever-increasing levels of corruption are all contributing to the deterioration of the rule of law in South Africa. This is damaging our nation’s international reputation and our economic potential.
We must act as one to overcome the following constraints to the rule of law in South Africa: