Subjects:

Africa, Other Jurisdictions

Contents:

The making of the constitution

interpretation of the constitution

the power of judicial review - the composition, election and jurisdiction of the Constitutional Court

control over the courts

legislative power: national, provincial and local power

the executive

fundamental rights

the right to equality

the right to own property

the Bills of Rights and private action

procedural due process: right to fair trial and fair administrative procedures

freedom of expression, assembly and association

social welfare rights

the limitations clause.

A comprehensive and analytical treatment of constitutional law and the constitution-making process in South Africa, this is an invaluable resource to students of law, lawyers, academics and politicians worldwide.