The Constitution Promises Housing… So Why Are South Africans Still Fighting Evictions?

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Nearly 30 years into democracy, why are housing rights still being
fought for in court? Housing is a constitutional right in South Africa,
yet for millions of people it remains out of reach. In this episode,
Phumi Mashigo sits down with Nomzamo Zondo, Executive Director:
Socio-Economic Rights Institute (SERI) to unpack the reality behind
evictions, informal settlements, and the widening gap between what the
Constitution promises and what people actually experience. From court
battles that prevent families from losing their homes to the slow pace
of government delivery, the conversation explores why housing rights are
still being fought for in court, the tension between law, policy and
real-life implementation, and how informal settlements continue to shape
the country’s cities. At its core, it asks a critical question: if the
Constitution is clear, why are so many South Africans still without
secure housing?
1 Apr English South Africa Politics · News

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